Lyon vs Lens Prediction – Ligue 1

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Lyon

04 May 2025 – 15::15
Call 1 2024/2025 NORMAL EXPENSE – ROUND 32

Guess for bet: The most likely guess for this challenge will be the occurrence of some goals. A slightly controlled meeting is expected, but Lens, in addition to having some arguments to bring danger to the opposing defence, still needs to react to the moment it goes through. Given this and taking into account these factors, risking the market “more than 3 goals” in this match is a good option.

The best prediction for Lyon vs Lens in Ligue 1 is more than 3.0 Asian goals.

The teams will meet at Groupama OL Academy in Décines – Farpieu, for the 32nd round of Ligue 1. The last encounter between the two sides ended in a goalless draw (0-0) on 15-09-2024. Historically, the matches at this stadium favour the home team, who has achieved 3 wins and 1 loss in their last 4 encounters. However, the previous meeting here took place on 03-03-2024, where Lens emerged victorious with a score of (0-3). Goals were netted by Elye Wahi (53′), Florian Sotoca (43′), and Kevin Danso (87′) for Lens. In this match, the home advantage may play a crucial role, as both teams exhibit notable discrepancies in home and away performances.

Team analysis: Lyon

After 16 wins, 6 draws, and 9 losses, the home team currently sits in 5th position with 54 points. In their last match, they triumphed over Rennes at home with a score of (4-1), following a previous defeat away against Saint-Étienne (2-1). Lyon has proven to be significantly more formidable at home, recording 10 wins, 4 draws, and only 1 loss in their last 15 home games, with 36 goals scored and just 16 conceded. They have secured 25 points from a possible 30 in their last 10 matches at home. Despite conceding goals in 9 of their last 10 fixtures, their offensive unit has been consistently effective, scoring at least once in those encounters. In the league, Lyon has conceded the first goal 12 times out of 31 games but has managed to come back to win on 4 occasions. Their recent victory over Rennes featured goals from Malick Fofana, Corentin Tolisso, Alexandre Lacazette, and Georges Mikautadze. Lyon typically employs a 4-3-3 formation, focusing on rapid transitions, particularly down the flanks. The attacking trio often includes Rayan Cherki, Malick Fofana, and Alexandre Lacazette, with Ainsley Maitland-Niles providing width and offensive options on the right. Ernest Nuamah will miss this match due to suspension.

Team analysis: Lens

The visiting team is currently placed 8th, having accrued 45 points from 13 wins, 6 draws, and 12 losses. In their penultimate match, they secured a victory against Brest (1-3), but suffered a heavy defeat at home to Auxerre (0-4) in their last outing. Interestingly, Lens has performed better away than at home, recording 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses in their last 30 away matches compared to just 5 wins, 2 draws, and 8 losses at home. In their last 10 league matches, Lens has gathered 16 points from 30 available, but they have conceded goals in 7 of these fixtures, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Their away games have generally featured fewer goals, with less than 3 goals scored in 10 of their last 15 fixtures. They have conceded the first goal 13 times out of 31 games and have managed to turn the score around only twice. Lens enters this match following their disappointing 0-4 defeat against Auxerre. They often set up in a 3-4-3 formation and focus on a more measured, structured approach to the match. Key attacking players include Andy Diouf, Goduine Koyalipou, and Annass Zaroury, with an emphasis on exploiting the right flank through the dynamic play of Ruben Aguilar. Adrien Thomasson and Florian Sotoca will be absent due to suspension, alongside Denis Petric and Rémy Labeau Lascary, who are struggling with injuries.

The best guesses for this match

Over 3.0 Asian goals.