Auxerre vs Paris Prediction 8 February 2026
🔊 Can Auxerre secure their first victory in two months? This Sunday, they have the chance as Paris come to town for a Ligue 1 showdown in the 21st round. Both teams are languishing in the lower half of the standings and are desperate for points. Expect an intense battle! Check out our analytical piece for a prediction on this match.
Head-to-Head
📊 Auxerre and Nice typically engage in low-scoring encounters, often struggling to surpass a couple of goals. In five of their last six meetings, two or fewer goals have been scored.
Head-to-head statistics Auxerre - Paris
Auxerre Team Overview
🔵 Auxerre recently enjoyed a five-match winning streak, consisting of one Coupe de France fixture and four Ligue 1 games. However, their momentum was halted in the previous round against Toulouse. That away match ended in a goalless draw and did little to help Christophe Pélissier's side, as they remain firmly entrenched in the relegation zone, sitting second to last in the standings.
⚪ It's worth highlighting Auxerre's dismal scoring record. They rank at the bottom of the league for goals scored, with just 14 this season. In their last four Ligue 1 matches, the "Lake Dwellers" have failed to find the back of the net. With such offensive struggles, it's hard to see how they can avoid relegation from the top division.
Match Results: Auxerre
Paris Team Overview
🔵 Paris have been inconsistent, but they manage to maintain a balance between wins and losses. As a result, they hover above the relegation zone, albeit in the lower half of the standings. The capital club could benefit from bolstering their squad with at least one forward during the winter transfer window, a strategy the management is currently pursuing. This could potentially help them aim for a top-10 finish by the end of the season.
⚫ In their last two matches, Stéphane Gilli's side performed decently, securing two points with draws against Angers (0-0) and Marseille (2-2). Notably, Angers have a style similar to Auxerre, and Paris' defense was flawless against them, giving their opponents no chance for success. We expect similar defensive efforts against Auxerre.
Match Results: Paris
Latest news
Auxerre
❌ Auxerre aren't heavily impacted by injuries, but they do have some concerns. Two players remain sidelined: Francisco Sierralta (ankle injury) and Nathan Buayi-Kiala (knee injury). However, these players have been out for a while, so the coaching staff likely hadn't been counting on them.
Paris
🖋 It was recently announced that Paris have acquired 19-year-old Eloje Zabi from Reims for 25 million euros. The only downside to this news is that the midfielder will join the capital club only in the summer, after the season concludes. In the current Ligue 2 campaign, Zabi has featured in 18 matches, scoring 1 goal and providing 2 assists.
❌ Paris face uncertainty over the immediate availability of three players: Thibault De Smet, Nouha Dicko, and Hamari Traore, who are all recovering from injuries. Those definitely sidelined due to injuries include Pierre-Yves Hamel, Sofiane Alakouch, and Samir Chergui.
🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards
The upcoming match will be officiated by François Letexier. On average, across 100 matches, he issues 3.85 yellow cards per game, with 22 fouls. In 20 Ligue 1 matches, the yellow card stats are as follows: Auxerre average 2.3 per game, while Paris average 1.9. Both teams have been disciplined this season, so we suggest betting on total yellow cards under 5.5.
⚽️ Goal Prediction
Auxerre's individual goal tally in Ligue 1 is 0.7 per match on average, while Paris scores 1.3. Clearly, both teams struggle to find the back of the net, indicating a low-scoring affair. Therefore, we recommend a bet on total goals under 2.5.
🚩 Corner Prediction
Over twenty Ligue 1 matches, Auxerre averages 4.9 corners per game, and Paris averages 4.3. Both teams fall slightly below the league average in earning corners, thus we propose a bet on total corners under 9.5.
Editorial Prediction
Paris boast a significantly stronger lineup than Auxerre, although their bench depth is limited when it comes to "real substitutes." The capital club's results also stand out compared to their opponent's. A sudden surge from Auxerre seems unlikely, especially given their four-match goal drought. We suggest betting on the home team's individual total under 1.5. We anticipate a low-scoring affair, with Paris clinching a narrow 1-0 victory.
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