Lille

American

[leel] / lil /

noun

a city in and the capital of Nord, in N France.

Lille British

/ lil /

noun

an industrial city in N France: the medieval capital of Flanders; forms with Roubaix and Tourcoing one of the largest conurbations in France. Pop: 184 657 (1999)

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A Europa League tie with Lille in the last 16 is also coming and a season which has promised so much could unravel quicky.

From BBC

Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored a try in a tournament record eighth consecutive Six Nations match as champions France held off a spirited Italy 33-8 in Lille on Sunday.

From Barron's

A first win of 2026 sent Lille back into fifth place, three points behind Marseille and eight behind form side Lyon in the third and final direct Champions Leage qualifying spot.

From Barron's

France recorded a bonus-point win against a spirited Italy in Lille to maintain their bid for a Six Nations Grand Slam and back-to-back titles.

From BBC

One of the most outspoken critics has been Lille president Olivier Letang, who says there is a "a breakdown of trust" with referees.

From BBC

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