Lens vs Lyon Predictions

Lens vs Lyon Predictions for this game in Ligue 1. Lens will look to maintain their unbeaten start to the season as they host struggling Lyon at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on Sunday night in Ligue 1, aiming to extend their strong form. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

La Liga | Sep 15, 2024 at 7:45pm UK at Stade Bollaert-Delelis

Lens vs Lyon Predictions

Can Lens Maintain Their Unbeaten Run Against a Troubled Lyon Side?

• Lens’ Defensive Solidity Lens have only conceded once in their first three league matches, with a league-best average of 0.3 goals conceded per game. Their defensive organisation has been a key feature of their success so far, allowing them to grind out results even when not firing on all cylinders in attack.
• Lyon’s Leaky Defence Lyon’s defensive issues are glaring, having conceded eight goals in their opening three matches—an average of 2.7 goals per game. Defensive errors have cost them dearly, with three mistakes directly leading to goals already this season. Their struggles at the back will be a significant concern against a well-structured Lens side.
• Lens’ Efficient Attack While not prolific, Lens have shown their efficiency in converting chances, averaging 1.3 goals per game and creating 3.3 big chances per match. Their ability to exploit opposition defences, particularly those as vulnerable as Lyon’s, gives them a solid foundation to secure another win at home.

Best Bet

The anticipation is high as Lens prepare to host Lyon at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on Sunday night, with both sides entering the match under contrasting circumstances. Lens have been impressive in the early stages of the season, unbeaten in Ligue 1 and aiming to extend their good form. Meanwhile, Lyon’s start has been turbulent, with defensive frailties evident despite a dramatic comeback victory against Strasbourg in their most recent outing.

Lens will look to capitalise on Lyon’s shaky defensive record, particularly at home where they have been strong this season. With Lens sitting fifth in the table and Lyon languishing in 14th, this match promises to be a stern test for both sides, but one where the home side may feel they have the edge. Lyon, after a difficult summer transfer window and a leaky backline, are in desperate need of stability. However, Lens will be keen to maintain their momentum as they chase a place at the top of Ligue 1.

Considering the form and the contrasting performances of both teams so far, the best bet for this game is Lens to win. The rationale behind this prediction stems from several key factors.

Lens have started the season in robust fashion, collecting seven points from their first three games. Their solid defensive structure has seen them concede only once in the league, boasting an average of just 0.3 goals conceded per game. This defensive strength, combined with their consistent ability to create chances (with an average of 3.3 big chances per game), suggests they are well equipped to handle Lyon’s attack, which has been inconsistent despite scoring four goals against Strasbourg.

Lyon, on the other hand, have major problems defensively. They have conceded eight goals in their first three matches, an average of 2.7 goals per game, which is significantly higher than Lens’ defensive record. Their lack of a clean sheet so far this season highlights their vulnerability at the back. Despite showing resilience to overturn a 3-1 deficit against Strasbourg, it was more of an anomaly than a reflection of long-term stability. Their defensive errors are reflected in the fact they have already made three mistakes leading directly to goals this season.

Lens’ attacking potential, while not explosive, has been efficient, with Wesley Saïd and Przemysław Frankowski leading the charge. They have been able to convert key opportunities, and with Lyon’s shaky defence, Lens should find the net. With players like Saïd attracting interest from other clubs, there’s motivation for him to perform, adding extra drive to an already determined squad. Furthermore, Lyon’s inability to defend effectively away from home (as seen in their 4-0 defeat at Rennes) further supports the argument for a Lens victory.

BettingTips4You.com expert Emmanuel Nwankwo summarises: “With Lens’ solid defence and Lyon’s frailty at the back, it’s hard to see past a home win here. Lyon may pose a threat going forward, but they’ve leaked too many goals to trust them in this one.”

Lens’ ability to control possession (50%) and their accuracy in both halves of the pitch (80.4% total pass accuracy) will likely see them dominate the ball, creating sustained pressure on a Lyon side that has been struggling to keep clean sheets. This match presents an excellent opportunity for Lens to further solidify their strong start to the campaign.

Correct Score Prediction: Lens 2-0 Lyon

Given the rationale for backing Lens to win, a 2-0 victory for the hosts looks like a plausible correct score prediction. This scoreline reflects Lens’ defensive stability and Lyon’s ongoing issues at the back.

Lyon have conceded at least two goals in each of their away games this season, and their backline has struggled to cope with pressure, particularly when facing high-intensity attacks like Lens’ methodical approach. With Lens’ organised defence and Lyon’s attacking inconsistencies (despite flashes of individual brilliance from players like Gift Orban), it’s unlikely that Lyon will be able to breach Lens’ defence.

Lens, on the other hand, have been efficient in front of goal, averaging 1.3 goals per game so far. Their ability to convert chances, combined with Lyon’s poor defensive shape, suggests that Lens will score multiple times without reply. Lyon have only produced an average of 12.3 shots per game, and with Lens conceding very few clear chances, a clean sheet for the hosts seems a likely outcome.

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