Lyon’s Winning Streak Ends with 3-1 Defeat to Strasbourg; Endrick Struggles

Strasbourg brought Lyon’s impressive 13-game winning streak to an conclude with a decisive 3-1 victory on Sunday, February 22, 2026, in the 23rd round of Ligue 1. The defeat marks Endrick’s first loss as a member of the club.

Match Recap

Godo, Diego Moreira, and Panichelli scored for Strasbourg, while Tolisso managed a consolation goal for Lyon. The result leaves Lyon in third place with 45 points, nine behind league leaders Paris Saint-Germain according to Globo Esporte. Strasbourg climbs to seventh place with 34 points.

Endrick’s Performance and Fonseca’s Response

Endrick, returning to the starting lineup after a one-match suspension due to a red card against FC Nantes as reported by Yahoo Sports, played the full 90 minutes but was unable to impact the game. Lyon manager Paulo Fonseca acknowledged the team’s overall poor performance and stated he would discuss areas for improvement with Endrick individually.

“I don’t wish to individualize. I believe that, in general, the players didn’t play a good game,” Fonseca said, adding, “I’m going to talk to Endrick about what he needs to improve, what he needs to do to find solutions in these situations. But that’s how I usually do it in every match.” ESPN Brasil reported Fonseca also credited Strasbourg’s strong performance, noting their greater intensity and aggression.

Game Details

Strasbourg dominated the first half, taking the lead through Godo in the 36th minute. Moreira extended the lead early in the second half, and Panichelli sealed the victory with a penalty. Tolisso’s goal for Lyon came too late to spark a comeback. Gazeta Esportiva detailed the match events.

Looking Ahead

Lyon will need to regroup and address their performance issues as they aim to close the gap on PSG in the Ligue 1 standings. Fonseca’s assessment suggests a focus on regaining the intensity and form that characterized their previous winning streak.