Olympique Lyonnais will host Angers SCO at the Groupama Stadium in a Ligue 1 encounter that pits a team fighting for consistency against the league’s bottom side.
Lyon’s form has been unpredictable, showing flashes of their quality but struggling for results, while Angers’ disastrous season has them rooted to the foot of the table. This mismatch, on paper, presents a prime opportunity for Lyon to secure a vital home win, making it a fascinating match preview for bettors analyzing form versus desperation.
For any punter seeking a comprehensive Lyon vs Angers betting preview, key factors like overwhelming historical dominance and current team morale are critical. This Lyon vs Angers match preview will break down all the essential data for informed wagering.
Lyon vs Angers Match Preview/Betting Preview
Lyon, under Laurent Blanc, will be expected to dominate possession and dictate the tempo from the outset. They will look to their attacking talents to break down a defensively vulnerable Angers side. Angers, with nothing to lose, might adopt a low block and hope to hit on the counter-attack or from a set-piece, making this a classic case of attack versus defence.
Team Recent Form
- Lyon: WLLWD
- Angers: LLLDL
Key Stats
- Angers have conceded the most goals in Ligue 1 this season.
- Lyon are undefeated in their last 12 home matches against Angers in all competitions.
- Angers have lost their last 8 consecutive Ligue 1 matches.
Correct Score Prediction
My predicted correct score is 3-0 to Lyon. The sheer gulf in class, combined with Angers’ catastrophic defensive record and abysmal away form, points towards a comfortable and commanding victory for the home side. Lyon’s attacking players should have too much firepower for a demoralized Angers defence.
Lyon vs Angers H2H
- Lyon are undefeated in their last 16 matches against Angers in all competitions.
- The last time Angers beat Lyon was in 1975.
- The reverse fixture this season ended in a 0-0 draw (a significant outlier).
- Lyon have won 5 of the last 6 head-to-head meetings at the Groupama Stadium.
Pre Game Odds
- Lyon Win: 1.30
- Draw: 5.50
- Angers Win: 9.00
Team News Home
Lyon will be without key defender Castello Lukeba due to suspension. Midfielder Corentin Tolisso remains a long-term absentee with a calf injury. Alexandre Lacazette is expected to lead the line and will be the main goal threat.
Team News Away
Angers have a lengthy injury list, with defenders Abdoulaye Bamba and Cedric Hountondji both ruled out. Midfielder Adrien Hunou is also a major doubt. The squad is severely depleted, which will further complicate their task against a superior opponent.
Possible Line-ups
Lyon: Lopes; Kumbedi, Diomande, Lovren, Tagliafico; Caqueret, Lepenant; Cherki, Toko Ekambi, Barcola; Lacazette.
Angers: Fofana; Valery, Blazic, Kalumba, Doumbia; Bentaleb, Capelle; Abdelli, Sima, Niane; Diony.
Lyon vs Angers Betting Tips
- Tip 1 – Result: Lyon Win.
- Tip 2 – Over/Under 2.5 goals: Over 2.5 goals.
- Tip 3 – Both teams to score: No.
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