Can Rotherham's high press break Lyon's wall?

Two from two. That is what both sides have managed in this Champions League campaign, and now they face each other at the Rotherham Stadium with the group's top spot on the line.

The Millers have been electric at home, winning their last four in all competitions, with Manuel Miranda tearing up the right flank. The winger has three goals and an assist in his last four, and Lyon's left-back Jordan Raynaud will have his hands full.

But it is the return of David Mândrescu that will stir the home crowd. The striker spent six seasons at Rotherham, scoring 23 goals in 80 games, before moving on. Now he returns in Lyon colours, and he has been in fine form, averaging 7.32 over his last five with three goals and two assists.

Lyon are not without their own injury concerns. Franck Ekwalla, who has a groin strain, is a doubt, and Ahmet Bozkurt and José Manuel Cifuentes are definitely out. That could leave Mândrescu to lead the line alone, or with a makeshift partner.

Rotherham will be missing Kemal Aydın with pulled ankle ligaments, but they have strength in depth. Daudé Verdonk has been a rock at the back, though he is jaded, and the same can be said for several of his teammates.

The tactical battle will be fascinating. Rotherham's 4-2-3-1 has been devastating against 4-4-2, winning six of seven such games with 18 goals scored and only five conceded. Lyon's 4-4-2, however, has been just as effective against the 4-2-3-1, winning five of seven with 21 goals scored and only five conceded.

The key duel may be Miranda against Raynaud. Miranda's dribbling and acceleration could cause problems, but Raynaud is no slouch. On the other side, Laureano Fernández's pace against Ronaldo's positioning could be just as important.

In the air, Verdonk will need to be at his best against Ekwalla, if the latter plays. Verdonk's height and heading ability give him the edge, but Ekwalla's strength could cause problems.

This is a game neither side will want to lose. Rotherham are riding high after their derby win over Sheffield United, while Lyon are looking to reassert their dominance after a patchy spell. The atmosphere will be electric, and the stakes could not be higher.

For Mândrescu, it is a chance to show his former club what they are missing. For Rotherham, it is a chance to prove they belong among Europe's elite. On 12 December, we will find out who takes the spoils.