Lyon and Fenerbahce finish first leg of Champions League qualifier tied 1-1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Olympique Lyonnais and Fenerbahçe played to a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League qualifier in Istanbul. Lois Openda opened the scoring for Lyon just before halftime with a header. Mason Greenwood equalized for Fenerbahçe early in the second half with a curled shot. Both teams had additional opportunities to secure a win, with Openda hitting the post late in the match. The tie sets the stage for the decisive second leg next week at the Groupama Stadium in Lyon.
- •First leg concludes with a 1-1 draw in Istanbul.
- •Lois Openda scores for Lyon before halftime.
- •Mason Greenwood equalizes for Fenerbahçe in the second half.
- •Match featured multiple close chances for both teams.
- •Second leg to be played next week in Lyon.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Lyon and Fenerbahce all square in Champions League qualifier
"Olympique Lyonnais and Fenerbahçe are all square following the first leg of their UEFA Champions League qualifier in Istanbul (1-1). Both sides’ fate will be decided next week at the Groupama Stadi...
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