Lyon vs Toulouse Prediction
🔊 Will Lyon extend their winning streak in the French Championship? On Sunday, as part of the seventh round of Ligue 1, the "Lions" will host Toulouse, who currently sit mid-table. The "Violets" have been struggling recently, while their opponents are on the rise, which is why bookmakers consider the hosts favorites. Below, you'll find an analysis of this match and a prediction for its outcome.
Head-to-Head
📊 In the last 18 encounters between these rivals, Lyon have remained unbeaten, winning the majority of those matches. The last time Toulouse defeated their opponent was back in 2014.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Olympique Lyon Team Overview
🔵 Lyon have hit an impressive stride, deservedly securing the second spot in the Ligue 1 standings. Paulo Fonseca's squad have suffered just one defeat in the French league, which came in a fourth-round away clash against Rennes (1-3). Since that setback, the team have embarked on a four-game winning streak-two victories in the domestic league and two in the Europa League.
🔴 In their previous outing, Lyon secured a crucial victory over a fierce rival on the road, edging past Lille with a 1-0 scoreline. The lone goal of the match was netted by Tyler Morton in the 13th minute. Earlier in the week, Paulo Fonseca's side faced Salzburg in the Europa League and gave them no chance, cruising to a confident 2-0 home win. Notably, the "Lions" boasted an impressive xG of 2.42 and maintained 65% possession in that game.
Match Results: Olympique Lyon
Toulouse Team Overview
🟣 Toulouse kicked off the championship with an impressive start, securing two wins. Many predicted the team would contend for a spot in European competitions, but things have turned out differently. In their last four Ligue 1 matches, the Violets have only managed to earn a single point, slipping to 11th place. With an upcoming match against one of the league's frontrunners, prospects don't look promising given their current form.
⚪ In the sixth round, Carlos Martinez's squad managed to break a three-game losing streak with a draw against one of the tournament's underdogs, Nantes (2-2). During that encounter, Toulouse had to come from behind twice. They registered seven shots on target against the Canaries, which ultimately led to their goals.
Match Results: Toulouse
Latest news
Olympique Lyon
🎙 Paulo Fonseca reflected on the Europa League match against Salzburg during a press conference and urged his team to gear up for the clash with Toulouse: “We delivered an outstanding performance, undoubtedly one of our best this season, against a strong side. Playing like that makes it tough for the opposition. Both defensively and offensively, we were impressive and acted with great courage. We defended intensively and managed the ball well, setting the pace when necessary. This match could have been challenging, but we prepared excellently and maintained good control. Now we need to recover properly, as Sunday's match will be very important for us. I hope to see a full stadium of our supporters. Thank you to everyone who was with us today: with you, we are stronger.”
❌ Algerian midfielder Rachid Ghezzal is doubtful for the upcoming match after sustaining an injury in the Europa League opener against Utrecht. Since that match, Ghezzal has missed two games: one in the French league and another in the Europa League.
Toulouse
❌ Ilyas Azia and Rafik Messali will not be available for Toulouse in the upcoming match as they have been sidelined for a long time due to severe injuries sustained last season. It is unlikely we will see these players back on the field in the coming weeks.
🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards
The upcoming match will be officiated by Thomas Leonard. On average, over a span of 100 matches, he issues 3.61 yellow cards per game, with 26 fouls. In the last 6 matches of the current French championship season, the yellow card stats are as follows: Lyon averages 2.2 per game, while Toulouse averages 2.5. Considering that both teams frequently receive cautions, a bet on total yellow cards over 4 seems reasonable.
⚽️ Goal Prediction
The scoring prowess of both clubs leaves much to be desired. While Toulouse seems to struggle with "they can't," Lyon's strategy is more about scoring once and then locking down defensively. In any case, the average goals scored in the league are low: the hosts average 1.3 goals, and the visitors 1.5. Given these stats, a bet on total under 3.5 goals appears quite logical.
🚩 Corner Prediction
The corner statistics for the opponents differ significantly. Lyon averages 6 corners per game in the current championship, while Toulouse manages just 3.8. Considering that the "Lions" will play this match at home, their number of attacks will undoubtedly be higher than their opponent's, making a bet on the hosts to win on corners look promising.
Editor's Prediction
The recent form of these teams has been starkly different. Lyon are currently on a four-match winning streak, while Toulouse have managed just one draw alongside three defeats in their last four outings. We believe the visitors stand little chance in this matchup, with the hosts likely to secure a 2-0 victory. Considering Lyon's tendency to score modestly and favor clean-sheet wins, we suggest betting on a total under 3.
Betting Tips: Olympique Lyon - Toulouse
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