Why have Lyon been relegated?

The Athletic FC Podcast

The Athletic

Football, Soccer,, Sports, Soccer

4 • 1.2K Ratings

🗓️ 30 June 2025

⏱️ 51 minutes

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Summary

Crystal Palace are battling to keep their Europa League place, while Lyon have been relegated to French football’s second tier.

John Textor and his Eagle Football Group had stakes in both clubs last season.

So is his multi-club ownership model to blame?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Matt Slater, Tom Williams and Matt Woosnam

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

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