Auxerre vs Lorient Prediction – Ligue 1
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Here you find the best prediction of Auxerre vs Lorient in Ligue 1, along with a match analysis and betting tips.
Read below our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent record and key statistics from previous matches to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Auxerre and Lorient.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Auxerre vs Lorient
The best prediction for Auxerre vs Lorient in Ligue 1 is that both teams will score. Given Auxerre’s defensive frailties, Lorient is likely to exploit these weaknesses successfully. Therefore, considering the dynamics of the match, wagering on “Both teams to score – yes” is a compelling option for this match.
Match preview: Auxerre vs Lorient
Auxerre and Lorient will face off at Stade de L’Abbé Deschamps in the opening round of Ligue 1. Over the last three years, they have had only two direct encounters: one on 26 February 2023, which saw Auxerre win 1-0, and another on 16 September 2022, where Lorient triumphed 3-1. The home advantage could be crucial here, as Lorient’s performance often varies significantly between home and away matches.
Team analysis: Auxerre
This marks the home team’s first match in this season’s competition, having finished in 11th place last year. Auxerre has shown that they are not heavily influenced by home conditions, with similar results both home and away. In their last 30 matches, they recorded 4 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses as visitors, scoring 23 goals and conceding 29. At home, they achieved 5 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses, netting 19 goals while conceding 14. The team comes into this match off a 3-1 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain. Auxerre has a record of 2 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses in their last 10 competitive home games. Their attack has been consistently effective, scoring at least once in each of the last 10 fixtures. They’ve conceded the first goal in 5 out of 15 matches without managing to turn the match around.
Auxerre enters this match after a 2-0 loss in a pre-season friendly. Typically, the team employs a 4-3-3 formation focusing on quick transitions, especially down the flanks. In this setup, the attacking trio is expected to be Josué Casimir, Ibrahim Osman, and Lassine Sinayoko. They often exploit the right channel, leveraging the forward runs from Marvin Senaya. Nathan Buayi-Kiala will miss this match due to injury.
Team analysis: Lorient
This will be the visiting team’s first match in this season’s competition, having won promotion by finishing 1st last season. Lorient is generally stronger at home, benefiting from fan support; in their last 30 matches, they secured 7 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses as visitors, scoring 20 goals and conceding 14. In contrast, they excelled at home with 13 wins, 1 draw, and just 1 loss, amassing 45 goals while conceding only 11. They recently lost 1-0 against Angers in a friendly. In their last 10 away matches, Lorient achieved 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, consistently scoring in 8 of those fixtures. They managed to overturn the score in 3 out of 7 matches where they conceded first.
Lorient heads into this matchup following a 1-0 defeat against Angers. The visiting side is expected to maintain their customary 4-4-2 formation, utilising direct, quick football to their advantage. Their main attacking threats are expected to be Mohamed Bamba and Pablo Pagis, two strikers noted for their mobility and clinical finishing. When pushing forward, they typically explore the right flank, taking advantage of the width provided by defender Gédéon Kalulu. All squad members are available for this fixture.
The best prediction for Auxerre vs Lorient
Over 0.5 goals in the first half (live bet suggestion)
Over 1.5 goals (live, double or triple bet suggestion)
Both teams to score (risky prediction)
Do both teams score? Yes
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