LiontipsLens vs Lorient. Predictions and Betting Tips for Ligue 1
Command Analysis
In the previous season Lens put up a great performance, recording 15 victories and 12 draws in 38 rounds, which brought them 57 points and a seventh spot in the standings. It is a great result for the Bloods and Golds, even despite three consecutive defeats at the finish of the season.
In the first round of the new season team had a draw against Rennes, then another one, against Saint-Etienne (2:2). In the most recent match Lens made a sensation and recorded a victory over Monaco (2:0).
Boli, Doucoure, Said, Fortes and Haidara will be unavailable for an upcoming match.
In the previous season seaside club barely avoided relegation from the top-flight. First half of the season was pretty successful, that's why Lorient kept the Ligue 1 spot. In 38 rounds Orange-Blacks recorded 42 points and finished only two points ahead of relegation zone.
Christophe Pelissier's side started the new season with a draw against Saint-Etienne (1:1) and then beat Monaco (1:0). In the third round visitors suffered their first defeat, they were beaten by Montpellier (3:1) on an away game.
Hergault, Diarra, Lecoeuche, Mendes and Morel are on team's injuried list.
Trends
СтавкаExact score 1:1
2 out of 3 most recent Lorient's matches ended in a draw
СтавкаLorient to score in the first half
In two out of four most recent matches Lens conceded in the first half
СтавкаLens to score in the second half
In two most recent matches Lens scored in the second half
Tip and bets
In our opinion, we will see a match of even opponents. The outcome will probably be decided by one single mistake. Les Merlus suffered a defeat after a long unbeaten run, while hosts are still unbeaten. We think that we will see only one or two goals in this match.
Our prediction - total under 2,5 goals
In recent years hosts have an advantage on head-to-head matches, but Lorient are looking great now, they are able to put up a fight to anyone. We are offering a bet on a draw.
Our second bet is on a draw
