Lyon and Toulouse meets in a mid-table clash with hopes to improve their record, and go up to the league table. It will be Lyon who will host their match against Toulouse on October 8, 2022 at 3:00 AM (GNT+8). Lyon is desperate to finally end their four-game losing streak, so they need to do everything to win against Toulouse. Meanwhile, as for Toulouse, already recorded three wins from their nine outings. Two of those wins were from their last three outings. For 80 times across all competitions, these two crossed their paths where Lyon have a better record, in 37 wins.
The hosts are currently in a four-game winning streak against the visitors, where they also took home the victory in 11 of their 12 matches. In 11 out of their last 12 games against Toulouse, they average 2.5 goals across all competitions. For their last 12 games, this squad is scoring at least two goals per game. As for the visitors, it was last 1966 where they last won in their match against the hosts away from home. During their trip in Lyon, they already lost seven games, and failed to scored in five games of those seven. Last 2014 was the last time Toulouse won against their opponents in the Ligue 1.
Lyon
This squad had a solid start in their league campaign, unfortunately, they lost four games in a row. Their last three defeats were all lost in a one-goal margin, but despite the losses, their manager is not afraid his position might be in a danger. This squad took 13 from their 15 points after suffering four consecutive defeats. Additionally, injuries have been adding fuel to the fire, thankfully, they are just four points from potential European title. All thanks to their strong start, they were able to have foundation despite the loss. As they return at home, it could be beneficial for this squad, as they tallied 13 goals at home.
Castello Lukeba, Romaine Faivre, Moussa Dembele, Malo Gusto, Corentine Tolissio, and Julian Pollersbeck are still absent for this match. Luckily for them, there are no other players who picked up injuries for their squad. As for the other players, they need to step-up big time, to finally end their losing streak.
Toulouse
Toulouse, meanwhile are not better than their opponents. For their last nine games, they only won three of which, with two coming from their last three outings. On their last match, they had a good home display, winning a 4-2 victory against Montpellier. On that match, this squad were able to bounce back, after being down with one goal in the seventh minute. From their opening nine games, they already got 11 points, and are now in the 12th position in the league table. They are set to travel to Lyon where they suffered defeat five times from six leagues.
Desler will not suit up in this game as he will serve his suspension, so either Moussa Diarra or Kevin Keben replaces him in this game. Additionally, Rafael Ratao and Rhys Healey are still nursing their injuries so, they remains out for this match.
Prediction:
Lyon (1.5)
Odds: -0.92
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