French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[terrorJR]

In this case even though 4.5 is tempting but 1.6 is something that does look more certain
As you said Lyon are unstable at the moment, the performance is unpredictable because sometimes they play really well but sometimes it's the other way around.
At the moment PSG's front line especially their trio are in very good shape so I think if Lyon try to match PSG in attack then this is bad for them.

Lyon is a renowned team in Ligue 1. And a strong team. Despite losing the last two matches, Lyon's performance in the previous matches was quite good. Although Lyon is a good team, they don't seem to be able to win against a team as strong as PSG right now. PSG is in great form. The attacking trio of Neymar, Messi, and Mbappe have been consistently playing well. So I think PSG will beat Lyon easily and score more than two goals.

When they say they are a famous team and a strong team it is true but we also have to know that the team they are currently playing against is more famous and stronger than them.
PSG's current front trio is indeed very watchful and I think Lyon's midfielders and defenders in this match will be very busy if Galtier plays their current trio.

[RealMalatesta]

Lyon have suffered 2 defeats in the last 2 weeks and will probably be defeated by PSG this week. It will be sad for their fans because they will rank far behind in the league. Even though we don't expect much, I would like them to play like the old Lyon and at least get better results.
Looking at the current team, their roster is not too bad, but losing points for 3 consecutive weeks will be a bad situation for any team

Lyon have had a bad week after suffering two defeats away from home, defeats to Lorient and Monaco even more difficult for Lyon when they host PSG at Groupama Stadium. PSG who rule the table are yet to suffer a defeat this season, Christophe Galtier's side dropping just two points in their draw against Monaco. The good results that have always been achieved by PSG are very difficult to stop, especially ahead of this match Lyon have not been good in their last two matches. Even though PSG are the visitors this bet on Lagai will put PSG as the winner.

It's obvious that PSG will have a field day against Lyon, it's going to be a pretty easy game for sure. It's like PSG is working towards making sure that they are getting some training during the league, to prep themselves in UCL, it's not even a league for them, it's a practice thing.

You know how you get groups and league structured friendly games? Like 4 teams in a group and all play each other and 1-2 will play against each other in a final, and even given a cup, like audi cup thing? Well that is what Ligue 1 is for PSG at this point and even though Marseille is the same points, we are going to see PSG get up a lot more and Lyon is another easy win on the path there.

[Cryptomultiplier]

Lyon have suffered 2 defeats in the last 2 weeks and will probably be defeated by PSG this week. It will be sad for their fans because they will rank far behind in the league. Even though we don't expect much, I would like them to play like the old Lyon and at least get better results.
Looking at the current team, their roster is not too bad, but losing points for 3 consecutive weeks will be a bad situation for any team

Lyon have had a bad week after suffering two defeats away from home, defeats to Lorient and Monaco even more difficult for Lyon when they host PSG at Groupama Stadium. PSG who rule the table are yet to suffer a defeat this season, Christophe Galtier's side dropping just two points in their draw against Monaco. The good results that have always been achieved by PSG are very difficult to stop, especially ahead of this match Lyon have not been good in their last two matches. Even though PSG are the visitors this bet on Lagai will put PSG as the winner.

It's obvious that PSG will have a field day against Lyon, it's going to be a pretty easy game for sure. It's like PSG is working towards making sure that they are getting some training during the league, to prep themselves in UCL, it's not even a league for them, it's a practice thing.

You know how you get groups and league structured friendly games? Like 4 teams in a group and all play each other and 1-2 will play against each other in a final, and even given a cup, like audi cup thing? Well that is what Ligue 1 is for PSG at this point and even though Marseille is the same points, we are going to see PSG get up a lot more and Lyon is another easy win on the path there.

Well, lets just assume Lyon is no match for PSG right now, because they aren't really. It would be shameful if after saying this, PSG goes on to draw or lose the match. Great players are in PSG now and besides this French league, the UCL is what they are hungry for. Messi didn't make a mistake by going to the club and so far, Mbappe , Neymar and the other teammates have ahowed much promise and composure as title contenders would.  Easy win for PSG.

[Jody.Drummer]

Rennes is not an opponent that is easily defeated by Marseille. In their last 5 meetings, Marseille and Rennes can beat each other, even in the last match Marseille had to admit the advantage of Rennes with a score of 2-0. Now Marseille need 3 points to keep overshadowing Paris Saint Germain in the table, but the opponent they face now is a club that can beat them. They have to work hard to win this game.

You're right, Rennes has made a lot of noise for some time, but they need to consolidate, I really see it as very difficult for them to defeat Marseille, these players are very well focused and have many good things to offer, I've seen how some players are doing everything possible to be among the best, Deschamps already has his training for the World Cup in Qatar and it is very surprising that he does not bring one of his main stars, this means that the French league has such good players that they are betting a lot for the youngsters and for those who are beginning to tour a fairly strong French league.

Looking at the table, it is very possible that Marseille could go up, so my bet that a team other than PSG shines gets more and more alive

The chance for Marseille is indeed very big, especially with the standings and the consecutive wins they did and the additional support from Alexis at this time but still Rennes is indeed a hassle now.
Fortunately now Marseille will be playing at home which makes their confidence even more which makes this a good thing for Marseille too.
The current odds for Marseille are 2.09 and Rennes 3.50 actually to be at odds if indeed believing in one of these teams is tempting enough.

[shogun47]

Rennes is not an opponent that is easily defeated by Marseille. In their last 5 meetings, Marseille and Rennes can beat each other, even in the last match Marseille had to admit the advantage of Rennes with a score of 2-0. Now Marseille need 3 points to keep overshadowing Paris Saint Germain in the table, but the opponent they face now is a club that can beat them. They have to work hard to win this game.

You're right, Rennes has made a lot of noise for some time, but they need to consolidate, I really see it as very difficult for them to defeat Marseille, these players are very well focused and have many good things to offer, I've seen how some players are doing everything possible to be among the best, Deschamps already has his training for the World Cup in Qatar and it is very surprising that he does not bring one of his main stars, this means that the French league has such good players that they are betting a lot for the youngsters and for those who are beginning to tour a fairly strong French league.

Looking at the table, it is very possible that Marseille could go up, so my bet that a team other than PSG shines gets more and more alive

The chance for Marseille is indeed very big, especially with the standings and the consecutive wins they did and the additional support from Alexis at this time but still Rennes is indeed a hassle now.
Fortunately now Marseille will be playing at home which makes their confidence even more which makes this a good thing for Marseille too.
The current odds for Marseille are 2.09 and Rennes 3.50 actually to be at odds if indeed believing in one of these teams is tempting enough.

For Ligue 1 teams the primary goal is to beat the teams that could come close to Paris. If they can manage to do that there is a chance to make it into the international games for the upcoming season. Beyond that I think everything comes close to a miracle. If a PSG gives away points out of a sudden constantly and you are close to them, that might be a chance, but is that realistic? Probably not. I wish it was so more fans would be close to the league. For now, and probably for a long time until another big investor goes into Ligue 1, it will stay the way it is.

[Velvet78]

There is less than a day left for the biggest games of the week.

Marseille are hosting Rennes and they are the favourite to win obviously. They have been on a great streak in the league so far. There is a winning streak like five games. However Rennes will be a tough opponent and they can also score in this game. I think this might be the game Marseille are losing points finally. We might have a score like 1-1 or 2-2 at the end.

Lyon - PSG are the most impressive game of the day. PSG might have their most difficult game so far. Lyon are not a team to be underestimated for them. Whenever they do this Lyon manage to get points against them. PSG might not be able to win this game. This is another game in which we might see a draw. But I don't expect a draw like 0-0. It's like there is no way we are seeing no goal in this game. A 1-1 draw in this game wouldn't also be very surprising.

[tulusikhlas]

LOSC got a valuable win against Toulouse. Yes it is a slim victory that they get from hard work. LOSC took the lead quickly in the first half, precisely in the 5th minute. However, Toulouse could reply with Chaibi's goal in the 48th minute. However, LOSC took the lead again 3 minutes later, ending the game without an additional goal.

[bering]

There is less than a day left for the biggest games of the week.

Marseille are hosting Rennes and they are the favourite to win obviously. They have been on a great streak in the league so far. There is a winning streak like five games. However Rennes will be a tough opponent and they can also score in this game. I think this might be the game Marseille are losing points finally. We might have a score like 1-1 or 2-2 at the end.

This match is not easy for Marseille because Rennes had successfully to improved their recent performance and get 3 consecutive no lose so Rennes will be tough opponent for Marseille and maybe draw results is worth for them and regarding meetings statistics it showed both of team can beat each other but the matches between them always be ended with slim scores so for bet option under 2.5 goals might be good to be considered

[Sterbens]

There is less than a day left for the biggest games of the week.

Marseille are hosting Rennes and they are the favourite to win obviously. They have been on a great streak in the league so far. There is a winning streak like five games. However Rennes will be a tough opponent and they can also score in this game. I think this might be the game Marseille are losing points finally. We might have a score like 1-1 or 2-2 at the end.

This match is not easy for Marseille because Rennes had successfully to improved their recent performance and get 3 consecutive no lose so Rennes will be tough opponent for Marseille and maybe draw results is worth for them and regarding meetings statistics it showed both of team can beat each other but the matches between them always be ended with slim scores so for bet option under 2.5 goals might be good to be considered

It's true that Rennes are not an easy team for Marseille, and their meeting record says so. Where both teams beat each other, as you say. Surely this will be a stumbling block for Marseille who are in good form.
Marseille needs a win in order to maintain its position from Paris Saint Germain. But I also think, the possibility of the game ending in a draw is a possible outcome.

[Jody.Drummer]

The chance for Marseille is indeed very big, especially with the standings and the consecutive wins they did and the additional support from Alexis at this time but still Rennes is indeed a hassle now.
Fortunately now Marseille will be playing at home which makes their confidence even more which makes this a good thing for Marseille too.
The current odds for Marseille are 2.09 and Rennes 3.50 actually to be at odds if indeed believing in one of these teams is tempting enough.

For Ligue 1 teams the primary goal is to beat the teams that could come close to Paris. If they can manage to do that there is a chance to make it into the international games for the upcoming season. Beyond that I think everything comes close to a miracle. If a PSG gives away points out of a sudden constantly and you are close to them, that might be a chance, but is that realistic? Probably not. I wish it was so more fans would be close to the league. For now, and probably for a long time until another big investor goes into Ligue 1, it will stay the way it is.

It's really hard to attract fans in Ligue 1 because we know most people outside of France are obviously focused on France and that includes me in this.
It's quite difficult when you look at other teams in Ligue 1 when one club is different from the other.
As for Rennes and Marseille, surprises may exist but in this case I still expect a good performance from Marseille compared to Rennes.

[terrorJR]

This match is not easy for Marseille because Rennes had successfully to improved their recent performance and get 3 consecutive no lose so Rennes will be tough opponent for Marseille and maybe draw results is worth for them and regarding meetings statistics it showed both of team can beat each other but the matches between them always be ended with slim scores so for bet option under 2.5 goals might be good to be considered

I personally might still be in Marseille in this match although I know it's a bit risky because Rennes are also currently in pretty good form.
But compared to this series, it will only be a narrow victory I think considering that currently Marseille can always make good strikes and the defense is not bad I think.

[rahmad2nd]

There is less than a day left for the biggest games of the week.

Marseille are hosting Rennes and they are the favourite to win obviously. They have been on a great streak in the league so far. There is a winning streak like five games. However Rennes will be a tough opponent and they can also score in this game. I think this might be the game Marseille are losing points finally. We might have a score like 1-1 or 2-2 at the end.

This match is not easy for Marseille because Rennes had successfully to improved their recent performance and get 3 consecutive no lose so Rennes will be tough opponent for Marseille and maybe draw results is worth for them and regarding meetings statistics it showed both of team can beat each other but the matches between them always be ended with slim scores so for bet option under 2.5 goals might be good to be considered

Yes, this match will not be easy for the squad made by igor tudor which incidentally the players are tired and some of them are injured.
After his defeat in the Champions League against Fanktfurt, the squad made by Igor Tudor claimed that the defeat was due to a busy schedule and several of its players were injured.
However, that does not mean that Rennes will win this match easily. although their performance is starting to improve but their team is still very unstable, in their last five matches, rennes only got three wins and two of them drew.
but we agree, this match will end with a narrow score, my guess is, 2-1 is the final result.

[Swordsoffreedom]

As for Rennes and Marseille, surprises may exist but in this case I still expect a good performance from Marseille compared to Rennes.

My bet will go to Marseille in this match. Marseille's performance this season has been commendable. They are consistently playing well. And Marseille now stay on the points table with equal points with PSG. And so they will want to continue this trend for a few more days, and definitely want to go to the top of the points table.

Moreover, Marseille is always strong in home matches. The Rennes team is not weak either. Rennes players have played well in the last few matches. They will also try to earn points in this match. But Rennes have managed only 2 points in three away matches this season.

[Sirait]

monaco is facing reims, but reims is unlucky because locko gets a red card at minute 22' (thus requiring reims to play with 10 players). Monaco will definitely win smoothly in this match (even though reims is the host), so far Monaco has always been superior (win) in every meeting with Reims.

[Jody.Drummer]

monaco is facing reims, but reims is unlucky because locko gets a red card at minute 22' (thus requiring reims to play with 10 players). Monaco will definitely win smoothly in this match (even though reims is the host), so far Monaco has always been superior (win) in every meeting with Reims.

Yes, the player's advantage over Reims was really put to good use by Monaco. The result they can create 3 goals, although all created in the second half. It seems that the Monaco coach really gave directions during the first half. Statistically superior before the game, and ahead of the players during the match, was an opportunity that Monaco really took advantage of.

[MCobian]

monaco is facing reims, but reims is unlucky because locko gets a red card at minute 22' (thus requiring reims to play with 10 players). Monaco will definitely win smoothly in this match (even though reims is the host), so far Monaco has always been superior (win) in every meeting with Reims.

Yes, the player's advantage over Reims was really put to good use by Monaco. The result they can create 3 goals, although all created in the second half. It seems that the Monaco coach really gave directions during the first half. Statistically superior before the game, and ahead of the players during the match, was an opportunity that Monaco really took advantage of.

Even though Reims didn't get a red card, I still believe Monaco can beat Reims, because after all the quality of Monaco's players is much better
when compared to Reims. If we compare the performances of Reims and Monaco it is much different, Reims until week 8 in Ligue 1 is very difficult
to win. Reims in 8 matches was only able to win once, very different from Monaco which has won 4 wins in 8 matches. So Monaco's victory against
Reims is something that is easy to predict, so there is nothing surprising about Monaco's victory. Moreover, Reims has received a red card since
the 22nd minute, so playing with 10 people is indeed very difficult for Reims. Reims, who lacked players, was put to good use by Monaco by scoring
3 goals. Monaco's performance has started to be consistent in the last 3 matches, they managed to get 3 wins in a row in Ligue 1.

[snipie]

monaco is facing reims, but reims is unlucky because locko gets a red card at minute 22' (thus requiring reims to play with 10 players). Monaco will definitely win smoothly in this match (even though reims is the host), so far Monaco has always been superior (win) in every meeting with Reims.

Playing with 10 players or less since the beginning of the game, while playing vs a better team, is exhausting and eventually will lead to receiving many goals. Of course this is what just happened and Monaco scored 3 goals in this match..
They are games that are running right now and Marseille is getting 1-1 vs Rennes while Nice is 1 goal behind vs Angers.

[execijutiere]

Marseille continues to surprise me. Last month Igor Tudor was not wanted in Marseille. The bad results in the friendly matches and the fact that Igor Tudor fought with the star players and cut them from the team angered the fans a bit. But we see that Igor Tudor was right in his interventions. Marseille has turned into a team that has not lost a game in the league at the end of the 8th week. In fact, they are not playing badly. In 3 weeks they will play PSG. They will want to go through that week without a loss.

[el kaka22]

Having that kind of schedule is not easy for clubs of course, I mean league then ucl then league then ucl and then leauge again back to back, that has to make some players super tired in the end. I can see even PSG putting players like Messi out of the starting team just so he could take a breather, or maybe they won't do that, but if even PSG is having trouble with the deep bench issue, with all their money, then I am sure Marseille having the same issue would be normal as well.

I am not saying that it would be impossible, they can still beat Rennes, we just need to make sure that an upset is not over. Rennes however also played against Fenerbahce, so they could be tired too.

[Tony116]

Marseille continues to surprise me. Last month Igor Tudor was not wanted in Marseille. The bad results in the friendly matches and the fact that Igor Tudor fought with the star players and cut them from the team angered the fans a bit. But we see that Igor Tudor was right in his interventions. Marseille has turned into a team that has not lost a game in the league at the end of the 8th week. In fact, they are not playing badly. In 3 weeks they will play PSG. They will want to go through that week without a loss.

Marseille has played really well till now in this season. But honestly, I expected a win from them in this match against Rennes. Because as now they have drawn against Rennes, and PSG has the advantage of one match less played compared to Marseille, I think PSG has a really good chance of going back up to the first position in the table. But with the type of form, Marseille is in right now I believe they will be able to be consistent and give PSG a good fight till the end. But it is still very early to say that. PSG will face Lyon in the next match. Marseille will be keeping a close eye for sure.