Olympique Lyonnais delivered an attacking masterclass to thrash FC Metz 5-2 away from home in French Ligue 1 on Monday, January 26, 2026. In a high-scoring affair at the Stade Saint-Symphorien, Lyon's firepower proved far too much for a Metz side that fought valiantly but was ultimately outclassed. The visitors raced into a commanding lead, scoring three times in a blistering first-half spell to effectively kill the contest before the break. Metz showed spirit to pull two goals back early in the second half, briefly raising hopes of an improbable comeback. However, Lyon quickly reasserted their dominance, adding two more goals to put the result beyond any doubt. The comprehensive victory was a statement of intent from Lyon as they chased European qualification, highlighting the gulf in quality between the two sides on the night.