Lyon 0-0 FC Barcelona: 5 Talking Points

#2 Jason Denayer excels at the heart of Lyon's backline

Denayer was excellent at the back for Lyon, who held Barca to a goalless draw

This game showed how much Jason Denayer has progressed after four loan spells at three clubs - Celtic, Galatasaray, and Sunderland - since Manchester City loaned him out as a teenager.

Now 23, he has settled quickly to life in France and excelled against a fearsome Barcelona trident, albeit one who are misfiring at present. Their form didn't matter though, as matching up against Dembele, Messi, and Suarez is always a troublesome task even on the off-chance they're all struggling.

He was arguably Lyon's best performer, barring goalkeeper Lopes, as the hosts were made to work hard for their clean sheet. Comfortable in possession, he distributed out from the back confidently and even under pressure from Barca's forwards, didn't look flustered.

Four interceptions, seven clearances, two blocked shots, and no fouls committed capped off an impressive showing by the 23-year-old who continues to develop and this experience will prove invaluable going forward.