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Lens vs Auxerre Prediction – Ligue 1
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Here you will find the best prediction for Lens vs Auxerre in Ligue 1, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent records and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for the encounter between Lens vs Auxerre.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Lens vs Auxerre
The best prediction for Lens vs Auxerre in Ligue 1 is a victory for Lens. The home side benefits from the enthusiastic support of their fans and is currently in better form compared to Auxerre. Notably, Lens has recorded two wins in their last three home games. Considering these factors, placing a bet on Lens to win presents a strong opportunity.
The best prediction for Lens vs Auxerre
Lens to win
Match preview: Lens vs Auxerre
Lens and Auxerre will face off at Stade Bollaert-Delelis in the 31st round of Ligue 1. In their previous meeting on 14 December 2024, the match ended in a 2-2 draw. The recent head-to-head encounters favour the home team, who have achieved 2 wins and 1 draw in their last 3 match-ups. The home advantage will likely come into play, given the significant differences in both teams’ performance at home and away.
Team analysis: Lens
Currently in 8th place, the home team has amassed 45 points from 13 wins, 6 draws, and 11 losses. In their penultimate match, they lost 0-2 at home to Reims, but bounced back with an impressive 3-1 away victory against Brest in their last outing. Interestingly, Lens tends to perform better away from home, with their last 30 matches showing 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses on the road, scoring 19 goals and conceding 17. In contrast, their home form mirrors 5 wins, 3 draws, and 7 losses at home, having scored 14 and conceded 19. Over their last 10 league fixtures at home, Lens has recorded 4 wins and 6 losses, gathering 12 points from a possible 30. Early in matches, they often see a goalless first half, as 9 of their 15 home league games ended with a scoreline of 0-0 at the interval. Defensive frailties have been evident, conceding goals in 7 of their last 10 matches. However, when playing at home, there tends to be fewer goals scored, with less than 3 goals in 11 of their last 15 league encounters. Out of their 30 league matches, they have conceded the first goal in 12 instances and have managed a comeback only twice. Notably, in their last 15 home games, 8 of the 18 goals they’ve conceded were during the final stages of the match (76′ to 90′).
Lens arrive at this fixture on the back of a convincing 3-1 triumph against Stade Brest, marking their fourth win in the last six league matches. Goals were scored by Goduine Koyalipou, Neil El Aynaoui, and Wesley Saïd. Head coach Will Still is expected to implement a 3-4-3 formation, with Koyalipou, Annass Zaroury, and Florian Sotoca leading the attacking charge, while Neil El Aynaoui orchestrates the midfield and guides possession. Unfortunately, Lens will be missing Denis Petric, Juma Bah, and Rémy Labeau Liscary, all sidelined due to injury.
Team analysis: Auxerre
The visiting team has secured 10 wins, 8 draws, and 12 losses, placing them 11th in the standings with 38 points. However, they recently faced defeats in their last two matches, losing 3-1 against Lille and previously 1-3 to Olympique Lyonnais at home. Auxerre is generally stronger at their own ground, having recorded 3 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses in their last 30 away matches, compared to their home record of 6 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses. In the league, they have gained 11 points from their last 30 available, accumulating 3 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses over the past 10 games as visitors. Their attack has been fairly consistent, scoring in 9 of their last 10 league fixtures. Moreover, 14 of their last 15 matches have concluded with over 1.5 goals. Notably, Auxerre has often found themselves conceding first, having done so in 13 out of 30 matches but only managing to turn the scoreboard around once.
Auxerre is looking to bounce back after their recent 3-1 loss against Lille, marking their second consecutive defeat in Ligue 1. Coach Christophe Pélissier is likely to adopt a 5-2-3 formation, focusing on a solid defensive setup while capitalising on the spaces left by opposing teams, particularly through quick transitions. Key attacking threats include Lassine Sinayoko, Gaetan Perrin, and Theo Bairro, while midfielder Han-Naah Massengo is expected to lead the offensive plays. Their squad is currently depleted, missing Gabriel Osho, Hamed Junior Traorè, Fredrik Oppegård, Kévin Danois, Elisha Owusu, Lasso Coulibaly, and Nathan Buayi-Kiala due to injuries.
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Lens to win
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