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Endrick Nets Decisive Debut Goal as Lyon Oust Lille in Coupe de France

The on-loan Real Madrid forward is seeking regular minutes in Lyon through June 2026.

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Overview

  • Lyon won 2-1 away at Lille to reach the Coupe de France round of 16 after Endrick's match-winning strike.
  • The Brazilian scored at 43 minutes following Afonso Moreira's first-minute opener and Nathan Ngoy's 28th-minute equalizer, with Lille later hitting the post.
  • French daily L'Équipe lauded the 19-year-old as a prodigy who delivered a decisive edge with his shots and dribbling, while Spanish outlets Marca and AS highlighted his physicality and impact.
  • Coach Paulo Fonseca called the debut very positive and praised Endrick's explosiveness, speed, and one‑on‑one strength.
  • Endrick joined Lyon on loan from Real Madrid until June 2026, with reports indicating a €1 million fee and no purchase option.