LiontipsReims vs Marseille. Predictions and Betting Tips for Ligue 1
Command Analysis
Reims had a bad start and not only in Ligue 1, but in a domestic cup as well, they had to leave the competition after their first match. They were drawn to second-tier Valenciennes, who managed to beat Red-Whites in a goal-bonanza (4:3).
After that fiasco David Guion's side went on an unbeaten run, which is now on nine games in a row. Six-time Ligue 1 champion is now on 11th place with 41 points and have nine wins and 14 draws.
After victory over Dijon (1:0) Grand-Est team went on three tied games in a row - with Rennes (2:2), Nice (0:0) and Metz (0:0). Their goal record is tied as well - 38 goals scored and 38 conceded.
Berisha won't be able to play today because of a knee injury.
Despite finishing second in the league after previous season, Marseille failed miserably in the Champions League.
Nine-time champion and ten-time cup holder also had a bad start in domestic competitions. After a win over Auxerre (2:0) White-Blues sensationally lost to Canet Roussillon (1:2) on an away game.
Team lost concentration in the winter part of the season and dropped in the standings. But after Jorge Sampaoli took over as team's head coach, Olympique's game improved. In last three matches guests overcame Dijon (2:0), then tied with Montpellier (3:3) and in the last game managed to defeat Lorient at home (3:2).
Amavi, Rongier and Caleta-Car, who is suspended, all won't be able to play in an upcoming game.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 1:1
2 of last 4 head-to-head games finished with a draw
СтавкаCorners: total under 9,5
This bet played in 2 of last 5 head-to-head games
СтавкаPenalty: yes
In every third H2H match penalty was awarded
СтавкаGoals in both halves - no
This bet played in 4 of last 6 head-to-head games
Tip and bets
Marseille is in better motivation for this match, because they still have a chance to fight for European qualification. Reims is having a hard time, but won't give this game away easily.
Our prediction - Marseille to win with handicap (0).
These teams don't create many chances in head-to-head games. We don't think that something will change in today's game and expecting 1 or 2 goals to decide the outcome.
Second bet is on total under 2,5 goals.
