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A crucial clash at both ends of the table takes centre stage this weekend as Lyon host Auxerre at Groupama Stadium in Ligue 1.
The hosts are firmly in the race for UEFA Champions League qualification, while the visitors arrive battling to avoid the relegation playoff spot.
Both teams arrive in solid form, with Lyon unbeaten in their last three outings, while Auxerre have avoided defeat across four matches.
In addition to our Lyon vs Auxerre prediction below, check out the rest of today's betting tips.
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Lyon vs Auxerre key stats
- Lyon have won 10 of their 14 home league matches (D1, L3) this season.
- Endrick has been directly involved in four goals across his last four appearances for Les Gones.
- Lyon have recorded a joint league-high 15 clean sheets.
Lyon vs Auxerre preview: Hosts eye third straight win
| Lyon | vs | Auxerre |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd | Position | 16th |
| 54 | Points | 25 |
| 45 | Goals For | 25 |
| 30 | Goals Against | 39 |
| 15 | Clean Sheets | 8 |
| 5th | Home Rank | 16th |
| 5th | Away Rank | 16th |
After enduring a frustrating nine-match winless run across all competitions, Paulo Fonseca’s side have responded with back-to-back victories, including an impressive 2-1 triumph away to league leaders Paris Saint-Germain.
Those positive results have lifted them into the top three and firmly back into contention for automatic Champions League qualification, though any slip here could prove costly as Lyon sit above fourth-placed Lille on head-to-head, one point clear of fifth and two ahead of sixth.
Les Gones boast a strong record at Groupama Stadium and will be confident of claiming maximum points here, particularly given their defensive solidity at the venue, having conceded a league-low 10 home goals.
Lyon have also not required a high-scoring output to secure victories in recent months, with each of their last six wins, regardless of competition or venue, seeing them score no more than twice.
Auxerre currently occupy the relegation playoff position, four points adrift of safety and five clear of the bottom two, meaning a positive result here would significantly aid their survival hopes.
Christophe Pelissier’s side will believe they can avoid defeat, as they enter this fixture on a four-match unbeaten run, with their latest outing ending in a 2-2 draw at Monaco.
Despite establishing a two-goal lead in the first half, Auxerre surrendered their advantage after the interval, marking the third time in four away matches they have dropped points from a winning position.
Trips to Groupama Stadium have offered little encouragement, with Auxerre winless across their last five league visits to Lyon, while this season’s reverse fixture ended goalless when the sides met in November at Stade de l’Abbe-Deschamps.
Lyon vs Auxerre form guide & betting insights
| Lyon | vs | Auxerre |
|---|---|---|
| D-L-D-W-W | League Form | L-W-D-D-D |
| 8 | Points | 6 |
| 7th | Form Table | 10th |
| 5 | Goals For | 6 |
| 3 | Goals Against | 4 |
| L-L-D-W-W | Form (all comps) | L-W-D-D-D |
Whispers predicts: Lyon 1-0 Auxerre
Lyon are favourites heading into this encounter, reflected by their 1.66 odds for victory, and considering their strong home form alongside Auxerre’s struggles on the road, a home win appeals.
Auxerre have shown resilience in recent outings and should provide a stern test, while Lyon’s lack of attacking fluency makes under 2.5 goals at 1.90 an attractive option.
For those seeking greater value, combining a Lyon win with under 2.5 goals offers appealing odds at 4.00.
In the player market, Endrick has demonstrated consistent output in recent matches, making a goal or assist selection on the Brazilian forward a solid value pick at 1.72.
> Match result – Lyon to win at 1.66 | Likelihood: Probable
> Under 2.5 goals at 1.90 | Likelihood: Possible
> Player to score or assist – Endrick at 1.72 | Likelihood: Possible
> Lyon win and under 2.5 goals at 4.00 | Likelihood: Outsider