Lyon vs Monaco Prediction 22 March 2026
🔊 Can Monaco extend their winning streak in the French Championship? In Sunday's Matchday 27 of Ligue 1, the Monégasques will face off against Lyon, who currently sit fourth in the table. This clash promises to be one of the most intriguing in France this weekend, drawing considerable attention. Let's dive into a detailed analysis and make a prediction for the outcome.
Head-to-Head
📊 Lyon and Monaco have been trading wins in their head-to-head clashes over the past few years, regardless of the venue. Notably, in their last 21 encounters, there hasn't been a single draw - one team or the other always comes out on top.
Head-to-head statistics Lyon - Monaco
Olympique Lyon Team Overview
🔵 Lyon were in stellar form until mid-February, boasting a 13-match winning streak across all competitions. They held third place in the standings and were even considered dark horses for the title race. But everything changed in an instant: Paulo Fonseca's side were knocked out of the Europa League, where they were among the favorites, failing to get past Celta Vigo. They also ended their French Cup run, losing to Lens in a penalty shootout, and slipped out of the top three in Ligue 1, overtaken by Marseille.
🔴 Midweek, Lyon faced Celta Vigo away in the Europa League and suffered a lackluster 2-0 defeat, despite drawing 1-1 in the first leg. In their previous Ligue 1 outing, Paulo Fonseca's players were held to a goalless draw by Le Havre, a team languishing at the lower end of the table. This means Lyon have failed to score in their last two matches! What happened to their much-praised attacking line?
Match Results: Olympique Lyon
Monaco Team Overview
🔴 Monaco continue their winning streak in the French championship, yet they still can't break into the Champions League spots. This is largely because earlier in the season, the Monegasques suffered defeats that even the tournament's underdogs would find surprising. Sebastien Pocognoli has managed to build a team tailored to his style, upgrading them effectively for Ligue 1, though it's too late for other competitions as Monaco have been knocked out of all of them.
⚪ Monaco's winning run in Ligue 1 now stands at five matches, with Sebastien Pocognoli's side scoring at least two goals in each game-showcasing the excellent work of their attacking line. The most impressive victory came in Paris, where they avenged their Champions League exit by defeating PSG 3-1. In their latest fixture, the Monegasques beat Brest 2-0 at home, climbing to sixth place in the standings.
Match Results: Monaco
Latest news
Olympique Lyon
🎙 Paulo Fonseca reflected on the match against Celta, where Lyon were knocked out of the Europa League. "There was a lot of disappointment. We had a great chance to advance in this round. Playing in a tournament like the Europa League with 11 against 10 is very challenging, but the players gave it their all. Celta have a quality squad, and I think the turning point of the match was the red card," stated Lyon's head coach.
❌ Due to an accumulation of yellow cards, one of Lyon's key midfielders, Tyler Morton, will miss the upcoming match. Olympique also have several injured players who are unable to support their teammates: Afonso Daniel, Rémy Imber, Ernest Nuamah, and Ainsley Maitland-Niles. However, their absence is not as critical for the team since these players are not considered part of the starting lineup.
Monaco
📄 Midfielder Paul Pogba has resumed training with Monaco's main squad after yet another injury setback. The 33-year-old, whose return to football following a doping ban has been challenging, missed time since early December due to a calf injury but is now back in full training with the team.
❌ There is uncertainty over the availability of Monaco's Senegalese midfielder Krépin Diatta, who is struggling to fully recover from a muscle injury sustained during the 23rd round of Ligue 1 against Lens. Several players are sidelined and will definitely miss the upcoming match: Eric Dier, Vanderson, Mohammed Salisu, Takumi Minamino, Paul Pogba, and Caio Henrique.
🟨 Yellow Cards Prediction
The upcoming match will be officiated by Francois Letexier. Over a span of 100 matches, he averages 3.84 yellow cards per game with 22 fouls. In 26 Ligue 1 matches, Lyon have averaged 2.1 yellow cards per game, while Monaco have averaged 2.3. Both teams frequently receive cautions this season, making a bet on over 3.5 total yellow cards a solid choice.
⚽️ Goals Prediction
Lyon's average individual total in the French league stands at 1.5 goals per match, with Monaco slightly higher at 1.7. The goal-scoring potential in their matches is significant: the hosts average 2.6, and the visitors 3.2. Considering these statistics and their head-to-head results, a bet on over 2.5 total match goals is worth considering.
🚩 Corner Kicks Prediction
In 26 Ligue 1 games, Lyon have averaged 5.4 corners per match, while Monaco's average is slightly lower at 4.7. Both teams frequently utilize the wings for their attacks, earning corner kicks at a rate above the league average. Therefore, a bet on over 8.5 total corners seems reasonable.
Editorial Prediction
We are set for a crucial clash between two potential medal contenders in this season's French championship. Lyon's recent form raises some concerns, as their once-formidable attack seems to have lost its edge. Conversely, Monaco are riding high with five consecutive wins in Ligue 1. Given this context, betting on the visitors not to lose appears to be a promising option. The expected scoreline is a 2-1 victory for Monaco.
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