The upcoming draw for the Europa League round of 16, which includes French clubs Lyon and Lille, is scheduled for this Friday at 1 PM. This follows Lille's successful qualification on Thursday, where they overcame Red Star Belgrade with a 2-0 victory after a first leg with a score of 0-1. Both clubs will await the draw eagerly to see who they will face in the next stage of this prestigious tournament.

Lyon secured the top position in their group during the group phase of the competition, positioning them favorably for the knockout rounds, where they could potentially face each other if luck permits. The possibility of a match between Lyon and Lille, colloquially referred to as a '100% Ligue 1' encounter, adds an exciting twist to the draw, especially following the dramatic finishes of the group stages.

The round of 16 matches are scheduled for March 13 and March 19, and the teams will need to strategize accordingly to advance further in the competition. This draw is not just a critical step for the participating clubs, but it also highlights the strength of French football on the European stage as both teams look to make a significant impact in this season's Europa League.