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Lorient vs Reims: prediction for the Ligue 1 match
On May 1, Les Merlus will host the Red-Whites for the Ligue 1 clash. What to expect from this battle? The answer is in our prediction.
Command Analysis
Lorient
FranceLorient are underperforming in the current season, they lost any hope for a Top-10 spot. Team had an unsuccessful French Cup, team had to leave the tournament after the first round, in which they were defeated by Rennes.
After 34 rounds of Ligue 1 Les Merlus have eight victories and 10 draws, delivering 34 points and a 15th spot in the standings. After a victory over Metz (1:0) Christophe Pelissier's men have suffered a heavy defeat at Rennes (0:5).
Reims
FranceReims failed to achieve a success in the French Cup. After victories over local amateur clubs, Saint-Anne (1:0) and Thaon (1:0) team was eliminated by Bastia, a 2nd-tier side turned out to be more fortunate in the penalty shoot-out.
After 34 rounds of Ligue 1 Oscar Garcia's men have nine victories and 13 draws, delivering 40 points and a 13th spot in the standings. After a victory over Lille (2:1) visitors were beaten by Marseille (0:1).
Hornby and Ekitike will miss the upcoming match.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 2:1
Visitors have won 3 of 4 latest head-to-head games
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
This bet won in 2 of 4 latest head-to-head matches
СтавкаCorners: total under 9,5
This bet played in 2 of 4 latest matches of Lorient
Tip and bets
Both clubs are representing the lower half of the standings, but they are relatively safe ahead the finish of the season. Nonetheless, both teams will try to get extra points today. We are expecting goals from both sides.
Our prediction - both teams to score
Opponents are pretty even, so a draw is a possibility here. We think that it will be a fair result for both sides.
Our second bet is on a draw
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