LiontipsLille vs Auxerre. Prediction and Betting Tips for Ligue 1
Command Analysis
In the previous season Lille failed to defend the Ligue 1 title. Les Dogues were not even close to Top-4, team finished the season in mid-table, at the 10th position. Fonseca managed to improve team's form towards the end of the season, but an ultimate result was disappointing.
During the summer Lille played only four friendly games, three of them were against Spanish teams. Les Dogues narrowly beat Cadiz (1:0), lost to Espanyol (0:2) and drew to Las Palmas (2:2).
Auxerre played more pre-season games. They suffered three defeats and recorded four victories. However, visitors didn't play against strong opponents, most of these matches were played against Ligue 2 sides. It is not a surprise, since Jean-Marc Furlan's men have just earned a promotion from a second-tier division. Club finished the season at the 3rd spot. In the playoffs Auxerre managed to beat Sochaux and Saint-Etienne.
Trends
СтавкаA draw in the first half
In three of six latest matches of Lille first half ended on level terms
СтавкаCorrect score 2:2
Two of four latest matches of Lille finished with a 2:2 score
СтавкаBoth teams to score
In two of three latest matches of Auxerre both teams scored
Tip and bets
Lille had an unsuccessful season, but we believe that teams will succeed this time. Les Dogues got a comfortable opponent for the first round, they should be able to start the new Ligue 1 season with a victory.
Our prediction - Lille to win the match
We are also expecting a bunch of goals in this match. Opponents are fresh at the start of the season, so they will probably put up a high-scoring performance tonight.
Our second bet is on total over 2,5 goals
