Lyon have won their appeal against relegation from Ligue 1, in a ruling that could have major implications for Crystal Palace’s chances of competing in next season’s Europa League.The French club

Olympique Lyonnais' relegation to Ligue 2 was overturned by the appeals committee of the DNCG, French football's financial watchdog, on Wednesday.

Olympique Lyon has officially avoided relegation and will continue competing in Ligue 1.  The Appeals Committee of the French Football Federation's National