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Toulouse welcome Lyon to Stadium de Toulouse on Sunday evening, with the visitors knowing another victory could prove decisive in the battle for a top-three finish in Ligue 1.
The hosts have already secured their top-flight status and are finishing the campaign without major pressure, while Lyon arrive with everything still on the line as they attempt to hold onto an automatic Champions League place heading into the final weekend.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Toulouse vs Lyon key stats
- Lyon have won their last four Ligue 1 matches.
- Toulouse have won just one of their last five home league games.
- Lyon have scored 11 goals across their last four Ligue 1 fixtures.
- Toulouse are aiming to complete a first league double over Lyon since the 1965-66 season.
Toulouse vs Lyon preview: Visitors chasing another crucial win
Toulouse vs Lyon — Tale of the Tape
| Toulouse | vs | Lyon |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | Position | 3rd |
| 41 | Points | 60 |
| 45 | Goals For | 52 |
| 45 | Goals Against | 34 |
| 9 | Clean Sheets | 15 |
| 14th | Home / Away Rank | 5th |
Toulouse appear to have rediscovered some confidence after a difficult stretch that briefly dragged them toward the lower half of the table.
Carles Martinez Novell’s side produced an impressive comeback victory away to Strasbourg last weekend, overturning a deficit to win 2-1 after previously drawing 2-2 with Monaco.
Those results have eased pressure around the club following a difficult period that included heavy defeats against Lille, Lens and Paris Saint-Germain.
Despite the recent improvement, home form remains inconsistent. Toulouse have managed only one victory from their last five Ligue 1 games at Stadium de Toulouse, while attacking issues have frequently surfaced on home soil after failing to score in six of their previous 11 league outings there.
The hosts also have several injury concerns heading into this contest, as Alexis Vossah and Romain Faivre are doubts after both were forced off against Strasbourg, while Mario Sauer is suspended.
Abu Francis and Rafik Messali remain sidelined with ankle injuries, Frank Magri is unavailable because of a knee problem, and Fredrik Oppegard faces a late fitness test.
Lyon, meanwhile, arrive in excellent form at precisely the right stage of the season.
Paulo Fonseca’s men extended their winning streak to four league matches with a 4-2 victory over Rennes last weekend, following earlier wins against Auxerre, Paris Saint-Germain and Lorient. That run has propelled Les Gones into the automatic Champions League places, putting them in control of their own destiny.
The attacking improvement has been especially impressive, with Lyon scoring 11 times during that four-match run. Endrick has become increasingly influential in the final third, while Pavel Sulc continues to contribute regularly despite sometimes starting from the bench.
There are still a few fitness concerns for the visitors, though. Remi Himbert remains unavailable with an ankle injury, while Orel Mangala is sidelined with a knock. Khalis Merah and Tyler Morton are both doubtful after suffering issues against Rennes, although there is optimism that at least one could recover in time.
Toulouse vs Lyon form guide & betting tips
| Toulouse | vs | Lyon |
|---|---|---|
LLLDW |
Form | DWWWW |
| 4 | Points | 13 |
| 15th | Form Table | 1st |
| 7 | Goals For | 11 |
| 13 | Goals Against | 5 |
LLLDW |
Form (All Comps) | DWWWW |
Whispers predicts: Toulouse 1-2 Lyon
Toulouse have shown signs of improvement in recent weeks and should still pose a threat going forward, especially against a Lyon side that has not always looked convincing away from home. Therefore, Both teams to score at 8/11 looks like a good option.
However, the visitors arrive with far greater urgency and confidence as the race for Champions League qualification reaches its decisive stage. With Lyon’s attack finding rhythm at the perfect moment, they look capable of edging an entertaining contest. Lyon to win is priced at 3/4.
> Match result – Lyon to win at 3/4 | Likelihood: Likely
> Both teams to score at 8/11 | Likelihood:Probable
> Over 2.5 goals at 8/11 | Likelihood: Probable
> Correct score – 2-1 Lyon at 13/2 | Likelihood: Outsider