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Lorient vs Pau Prediction – Ligue 2
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Here you will find the best prediction for Lorient vs Pau in Ligue 2, alongside match analysis and betting tips.
Read below our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent records and key statistics from the last games to provide the best prediction for this match between Lorient and Pau.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Lorient and Pau
The best prediction for Lorient vs Pau in Ligue 2 is for Lorient to win. Lorient enters this clash as the strong favourites, displaying excellent form in the league. Their consistency and efficiency at home play a crucial role in their performance, making a victory likely. Given these factors, betting on a Lorient win seems a prudent choice.
Match preview: Lorient vs Pau
Lorient and Pau meet at Stade Yves Allainmat – Le Moutoir for the 29th round of Ligue 2. In their last encounter on 24 September 2024, Pau secured a narrow (1-0) victory at home. However, between these two teams, the recent direct encounters favour Pau with one win in the last one matching. This upcoming match could see the home advantage play a significant role due to the notable differences in performance between home and away matches for both teams.
Team analysis: Lorient
After 18 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses, Lorient sits at the top of the table with 58 points. Their most recent match ended in a 2-1 victory over Grenoble Foot 38, following a dominant 4-0 win at home against Bastia. Lorient has been particularly strong at home, recording 12 wins, 2 draws, and just 1 loss in their last 15 games on their turf. Though they have conceded goals in 7 of their last 10 fixtures, they have also found the net consistently, scoring in 9 of those contests. Notably, 12 of their last 14 home matches have seen more than 1.5 goals scored. Despite conceding first in 13 out of 28 games this season, they managed to come from behind on 6 occasions. A key observation is that Lorient conceded 4 of their 11 goals during the opening 15 minutes of home matches.
Lorient is in formidable form, and their only focus now is to secure the league title this season. Their promotion to Ligue 1 appears increasingly likely, yet they also aim to clinch the cup to round off their stellar campaign. With high confidence and superior technical quality, they will seek to gain maximum points against Pau.
Team analysis: Pau
Currently positioned 10th with 37 points, Pau has recorded 9 wins, 10 draws, and 9 losses. They recently drew 2-2 against Martigues and achieved a 1-0 victory at home against Annecy. Pau often relies on their home performances to gain an edge, as they have struggled away from home, managing only 2 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses in their last 10 away games. In these matches, they have scored 10 goals and conceded 12. Playing at home, they have achieved a record of 8 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses, with 19 goals scored and 13 conceded. In Ligue 2 fixtures, matches frequently end 0-0 at half-time, with this occurring in 6 of their 14 games. They have shown frailty in defence, conceding in 8 of their last 10 games, while their attack has been dependable, scoring in 8 out of those last 10. In 28 league matches, Pau has conceded first on 13 occasions without managing to overturn the deficit.
Despite sitting mid-table, Pau arrives for this match invigorated following their recent victory over Annecy. This morale-boosting win could provide the team with the necessary confidence as they face a challenging away fixture against Lorient, where maintaining their recent performance levels will be essential.
The best prediction for Lorient vs Pau
Lorient wins or draw nullifies the bet
