Game Preview
Auxerre will be hosting Nice in a Ligue 1 matchup at the Stade de l’Abbé-Deschamps. Auxerre is looking to build on their recent form as they aim to secure a mid-table finish after gaining promotion back to Ligue 1. Nice, on the other hand, has set their sights on competing for a top-three spot this season, aiming to improve on their fifth-place finish from last year.
Key Stats & Insights
Auxerre: Auxerre has shown resilience, particularly at home, but they have struggled in their recent encounters with higher-caliber teams. Their top scorer, M’Baye Niang, has been crucial, netting 3 goals so far this season.
Nice: Nice has been more consistent, particularly defensively. They have a balanced squad, with Terem Moffi and Jeremie Boga providing the attacking threat. Nice has been able to maintain a solid defense while being effective on the counter.
Team Form and Performance
Auxerre: Auxerre’s recent form is mixed, with 3 wins, 4 losses, and 3 draws in their last 10 league games. They average 1.2 goals per game but have struggled to keep clean sheets, conceding an average of 1.2 goals per match.
Nice: Nice has been in better form, winning 4, drawing 3, and losing 3 in their last 10 league matches. They average 1.7 goals per game and have been defensively solid, conceding just 1.2 goals per game on average.
Player Form and Availability
Auxerre: M’Baye Niang remains the key player for Auxerre, leading the team with 3 goals. The team will miss Ousmane Camara, who is suspended, potentially weakening their midfield.
Nice: Terem Moffi has been in good form, scoring 4 goals. Nice will be without Sofiane Diop and Terem Moffi due to injuries, which could impact their attacking dynamics, though Gaëtan Laborde and Jeremie Boga are expected to step up.
Market Analysis (Odds)
Odds: Nice are slightly favored to win this match, with odds around 2.38. Auxerre’s odds of winning are priced at 3.10, while a draw is at 3.20.
Betting Tips: Considering Nice’s stronger overall form and Auxerre’s struggles against higher-level competition, a bet on Nice to win or draw (Double Chance) could be a safer option. Additionally, under 2.5 goals might be a good bet given the likelihood of a low-scoring game.
Predictions
Predicted Outcome: Nice’s better form and defensive solidity should see them narrowly edge this contest. A 1-0 win for Nice is likely, with Auxerre finding it tough to break through Nice’s defense.