Predictions for Matchday 11 of Ligue 1, November 1-2
PSG vs Nice
The 11th round of the French Championship kicks off with a match between PSG and Nice. Just a month ago, the "Eaglets" were losing match after match in both the Europa League and the national championship, but the situation has now changed. In Ligue 1, Nice is on a 5-match unbeaten streak, having won the last three rounds with a total of 7 goals scored. PSG is also doing well in terms of scoring – the team has hit the target 10 times in the previous five rounds and also scored seven against Bayer in the Champions League. Considering this statistics, we suggest betting on the over total in the match.
Match Prediction PSG vs Nice: Total Goals Over 2.5
Monaco vs Paris
Monaco, a contender for the French Championship gold, will host a solid mid-table team – Paris. Since the change of head coach, the "Monegasques" have not lost a single match – two draws and two wins. Paris started the current season well, but in the last three rounds, they have only gained one point, losing twice and drawing with Lyon. The Parisians are currently experiencing a clear functional decline, plus they have a rather inconvenient schedule. Monaco, on the other hand, does not lose at home: in Ligue 1, they have secured 4 wins in five matches. Therefore, we expect a victory from the hosts in the upcoming match.
Match Prediction Monaco vs Paris: Home Win
Auxerre vs Marseille
One of the outsiders of the championship, Auxerre, will play at home against Marseille, who are among the top three leaders of the tournament. These teams face each other with alternating success, and their head-to-head duels almost always turn out to be high-scoring – in the last three, three or more goals were scored. Additionally, Auxerre is currently conceding a lot (4 in two matches), which often results in over totals in their games. Marseille is experiencing a slight functional decline, but their attack is working well – 9 goals scored in the last three rounds. Considering all this, we suggest betting on the match total over 2.5.
Match Prediction Auxerre vs Marseille: Total Goals Over 2.5
Rennes vs Strasbourg
Rennes, who are almost undefeated this season, will host Strasbourg on Sunday, who are in fourth place in the Ligue 1 standings. After two tough matches with PSG and Lyon, where only one point was gained, the "Racers" defeated Auxerre at home (3:0) in the last round and once again joined the group of leaders. However, there is still a lack of consistency in Strasbourg's results. Rennes is a solid mid-table team, having five draws in the previous six matches. Notably, Rennes has not lost to Strasbourg at home in the last 7 years – 4 wins and one draw. Considering this statistics, we suggest betting on the hosts with a handicap (0).
Match Prediction Rennes vs Strasbourg: Handicap (0) for Rennes
Lens vs Lorient
Successfully performing this season, Lens, will face one of the league's underdogs, Lorient, on their home turf. Before the last round, the "blood and gold" were in second place in the standings, but a defeat to Metz dropped them to sixth. Despite this setback, Lens remains a dangerous opponent for any team. Lorient is in a dire situation, sitting in the relegation zone and displaying lackluster football. It's worth noting that Lorient is a favorable opponent for Lens: in the last five home matches, Lens secured 4 wins and one draw. Considering the current form of the teams and their head-to-head statistics, we are betting on a home win.
Match Prediction for Lens vs Lorient: Home Win
Lille vs Angers
Unpredictable Lille will play against an in-form Angers on Sunday. Recently, the "Dogs" have been on a rollercoaster – soaring one moment, falling the next. After a brilliant home victory over Metz (6:1), the team suffered a lackluster defeat to Nice (0:2). It's noteworthy that Lille's average scoring has significantly dropped compared to the start of the championship. Angers has not lost in the last three rounds, securing two draws and one win. Exiting the relegation zone has boosted the players' psychological confidence, and the "black and whites" are playing with renewed energy. We expect Angers to continue their successful streak and are betting on the visitors with a handicap (+2).
Match Prediction for Lille vs Angers: Handicap (+2) Angers
Nantes vs Metz
In a battle of this season's underdogs, Nantes will face Metz. Both teams are at risk of leaving the top division, so they are in desperate need of points. In the last two head-to-head encounters, Metz celebrated victories both at home and away. Additionally, the "Crusaders" recently secured their first win of the championship, defeating strong Lens 2:0. Nantes suffered a heavy home defeat to Monaco (2:5) in the last round, which clearly did not boost the players' confidence. We suggest betting on a positive handicap for the visitors, who are currently riding an emotional high after their first victory in the championship.
Match Prediction for Nantes vs Metz: Handicap (+1) Metz
Toulouse vs Le Havre
Le Havre, who have recently found a winning stride, are visiting Toulouse, who are positioned mid-table. The teams are separated by just two points in the league, so we can expect a very intense and principled battle. Le Havre won their last two matches with identical 1:0 scores. The team plays with a strong defensive strategy, achieving at least a minimal advantage over their opponents. Toulouse's scoring has also dropped in recent rounds – three goals in two matches and only one point gained. Looking at the recent statistics of thematches of the opponents, we bet on a total of under 3.
Prediction for the Toulouse vs Havre match: total goals under 3
Brest vs Lyon
Brest, having lost two consecutive matches, hosts Lyon, who are among the league leaders. The "Lions" were recently at the top of the standings, but a draw in the last round against Paris dropped the team to fifth place. Brest is experiencing a functional decline, evidenced by two consecutive defeats, during which the "Reds" did not score a single goal. Considering these results, we suggest placing a zero handicap on the visitors.
