Lyon took the lead in the Europa League group stage after a crushing 6-0 victory over host Maccabi Tel Aviv. In another match, Dutch striker Donny van de Beek scored two goals to lead Aston Villa to a 2-1 win over Young Boys. Roma halted the perfect start of Midtjylland by defeating them 2-1. Lyon's victory was secured by a hat-trick from their player Corentin Tolisso (25', 51', 54'), with additional goals from Abner (4'), Moussa Niakhaté from the penalty spot (35'), and Adam Hložek (62'). Lyon's points total increased to 12, putting them at the top of the group.
