Ligue 1 resumes on Friday with a thrilling clash between in-form Strasbourg and strong challengers Lyon. Both teams are chasing Champions League football with just eight games remaining in the season.
Strasbourg come into this match as one of Europe’s form teams in 2025. They have earned 29 points from their last 12 league matches. That’s better than Monaco, Nice, Lille and even Lyon in the same period. Only Paris Saint-Germain have been more consistent.
Strasbourg’s Defensive Strength is Key
Strasbourg’s recent success is based on a rock-solid defence. They have conceded only six goals since December. That’s fewer than any club in the top five leagues in Europe.
They had five clean sheets in a row before conceding once to Toulouse before the international break. At home, Strasbourg are on a six-game unbeaten run and have the chance to make it seven for the first time since 2000.
But Can Strasbourg Beat the Big Boys?
Out of Strasbourg’s nine wins in their last 12 matches, only two were against top-half sides. This raises doubts about whether they can truly compete with France’s elite.
Lyon will be their toughest test in weeks. They have lost just once in their last eight matches across all competitions. They also came from behind to beat Strasbourg 4-3 in the reverse fixture earlier this season.
Lyon Are Climbing Fast
Lyon are flying high and just two points off the Champions League places. They’ve won seven of their last eight matches in all competitions.
Even with their manager Paulo Fonseca banned from the touchline, they have not missed a beat. Lyon beat Brest, FCSB (home and away), Nice, and Le Havre convincingly.
Their attack is on fire, scoring 13 goals in their last five matches. Strasbourg’s strong defence will face real pressure here.
Head-to-Head History Favors Lyon
Lyon have dominated this fixture for decades. They’ve scored in each of their last 28 Ligue 1 matches against Strasbourg. That’s the longest scoring run by any team against a single opponent in over 50 years.
Although Strasbourg ended a five-game home winless run against Lyon last season, OL remain strong favorites in this rivalry.
Odds on Bangbet Nigeria
- Strasbourg Win – 2.80
- Draw – 3.75
- Lyon Win – 2.47
At 2.47 odds, Lyon are slight favorites, but Strasbourg’s form at home should not be underestimated. Betting markets are tight, showing how unpredictable this match could be.
Prediction: A Tight Game Likely
Given the form of both teams, this is expected to be a tight and entertaining match. Strasbourg have the best defence, but Lyon have one of the hottest attacks right now.
A draw (3.75) could be worth considering, especially in a closely-fought game. Strasbourg double chance or both teams to score are also smart alternatives.
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