Monaco vs Lyon: prediction for the Ligue 1 match

Since the first rounds Monaco failed to gain form in the Ligue 1, they also failed to qualify for the group stage of the Champions League, so fans were disappointed. Nonetheless, Niko Kovac's men put up a successful performance in the group stage of the Europa League, they claimed the first spot and advanced into the playoffs. 

In the French Cup Monegasques started with victories over Red Star (2:0) and Quevilly Rouen (3:1), after that they also recorded a narrow victory over Lens (4:2). After 22 rounds of Ligue 1 The White-Blues recorded nine victories and six draws, which brought them 33 points and an 8th spot in the standings. In the most recent match southerners were beaten by Montpellier (2:3). 

Sidibe, Fabregas, Boadu, Diatta and Badiashele won't feature in the match. 

Lyon also put up a successful performance in the Europa League group stage, getting a top spot. Olympique also managed to extend success in Ligue 1. After a slow start club gained form and is now at the 7th spot. 

The Kids have nine victories and eight draws, which brought 34 points. But they are only one point adrift from 4th placed Strasbourg. In three most recent rounds team recorded victories over Troyes (1:0), Saint-Etienne (1:0) and Marseille (2:1). 

Pintor and Reine won't feature in the match.