Matchday 28 of Ligue 1 between Lyon and Lille will take place on April 5 at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais. Lyon vs. Lille: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Lyon
In the last round, Lyon's three-match winning streak in Ligue 1 came to an end as they lost 2-4 to Strasbourg. Notably, this was the first time Lyon conceded more than three goals in the current championship. Their uncompromising run in the elite French league has now extended to eight matches (5 wins, 3 losses). It's also worth mentioning that the club has been consistently scoring, finding the net in nine consecutive Ligue 1 matches. In the French championship standings, Lyon dropped out of the European competition zone after the defeat to Strasbourg, falling to 7th place.
- The club has scored at least twice in eight consecutive Ligue 1 games.
- At home, Lyon has won 6 of their last 8 matches in this tournament (1 draw, 1 loss).
- Both teams scored in 7 of Lyon's last 9 matches in the French championship.
Predicted lineup for Lyon (4-5-1)
Lucas Perry – Abner, Moussa Niakhaté, Clinton Mata, Ainsley Maitland-Niles – Jordan Veretout, Tanner Tessmann, Corentin Tolisso, Ernest Nuamah, Rayan Cherki – Georges Mikautadze.
Lille
The team defeated Lens 1-0 in the previous Ligue 1 match, extending their uncompromising run in the tournament to ten matches (6 wins, 4 losses). Interestingly, Lille's last three matches in the championship ended with a 1-0 scoreline, winning two of them. Thanks to the victory in the last round, the club climbed to 5th place in the Ligue 1 standings, and they are only behind the Champions League 4th place due to additional indicators. Lille's defense has been solid in the current championship, conceding 28 goals, fewer than only the leading PSG (26).
- The club has not scored more than one goal in their last four Ligue 1 matches.
- In away games, the team has failed to win 7 of their last 8 matches in the championship (4 draws, 3 losses).
- No more than three goals have been scored in 15 of Lille's last 18 away matches in the elite French league.
Predicted lineup for Lille (4-5-1)
Lucas Chevalier – Thomas Meunier, Bafodé Diakité, Aïssa Mandi, Ismaily – André Gomes, Benjamin André, Mitchel Bakker, Ngalayel Mukau, Matias Fernandez Pardo.
Referee
Eric Wattellier (France)
Matches – 13 (Ligue 1, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 41;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.1;
Red cards shown – 3;
Average fouls per match – 21;
Penalties – 15%.
Lyon vs. Lille: Match Prediction
Lyon suffered a somewhat illogical defeat in the last round; they had the upper hand against Strasbourg and should have earned points, but defensive errors cost them. Lyon managed to concede four goals, despite the opponent's xG barely exceeding one. Nevertheless, it's important to note that the hosts have been impressive in attack this season, ranking fourth in goals scored, with 52 goals. In their last eight Ligue 1 matches, Lyon has been unstoppable, scoring at least twice against their opponents.
Lille, on the other hand, cannot boast similar figures, having scored 11 fewer goals than Lyon (41) this season. Generally, in recent years, the club has been known for its reliable defense rather than an explosive attack. Furthermore, Bruno Génésio's team has been weak in away games this season, failing to win 7 of their last 8 matches. I don't think the visitors will be able to overcome a strong Lyon. Moreover, Lille has failed to defeat their upcoming opponent in 6 of the last 7 head-to-head matches in Ligue 1 and the French Cup (3 draws, 3 losses).
I believe the hosts will be closer to victory once again, my prediction: Lyon with a handicap (0)
