Lens - Monaco

Regular Season - 23
Kickoff: 2024-02-25 11:00

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Lens - Monaco Predictions

Prediction: Lens or draw
Best odds: 1.46

In an upcoming Ligue 1 clash that promises to be a thriller, Lens will host Monaco at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis, with both teams locked on 35 points. As the predictions tilt slightly in favor of the home side, fans are eagerly awaiting to see if Lens can capitalize on their touted "win or draw" scenario.

Key Players for Lens Lens will be relying heavily on the midfield prowess of Adrien Thomasson, whose overall rating of 6.74 and key passes total of 18 indicate his ability to orchestrate play. In defense, Deiver Andrés Machado Mena has been a solid presence with a rating of 6.83, contributing 3 goals to the team's tally. Upfront, Morgan Bono Guilavogui will be crucial in attack, boasting a rating of 6.85 and having found the net twice this season.

Key Players for Monaco Monaco's front line has Myron Boadu, who has a rating of 6.62 and will be looking to add to his goal tally. The real threat, however, may come from Folarin Jerry Balogun, whose impressive rating of 6.92 and 4 goals make him a player to watch. At the back, Guillermo Alfonso Maripán Loaysa stands out with a top rating of 7.00, indicating his defensive solidity.

Recent Form

Lens has had a mixed bag of results with three wins and two losses in their last five games, which has seen them maintain a steady position in the league. Monaco, on the other hand, has had a more inconsistent run with a sequence of draws and losses punctuated by a single win.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head encounters between these two sides have been evenly matched in recent times. Their last meeting on January 7, 2024, ended in a 2-2 draw at Lens' home ground. Before that, Monaco secured a 3-0 victory on September 2, 2023, while Lens had previously enjoyed a comfortable 3-0 win on April 22, 2023. Going back further, Lens recorded a resounding 4-1 victory on August 20, 2022, at Monaco's home, showcasing their ability to score away from home.

Prediction

Taking into account the current form, key player performances, and historical matchups, this game is poised to be a closely contested affair. The predictions and statistical analysis suggest a slight edge for Lens, with a 45% chance of victory and a similar likelihood of a draw. Monaco, with a 10% chance to win, will have to defy the odds to come away with three points.

The statistical breakdown shows Lens with a stronger defense, rated at 64, compared to Monaco's 36, which could be pivotal in a match that is predicted to be tight on goals. The attacking force slightly favors Monaco with a 60 rating against Lens' 40, but the overall total percent tilts in favor of the home side at 55.7% versus 44.3% for the visitors.

Considering the form of key players like Adrien Thomasson and Deiver Andrés Machado Mena for Lens, and the attacking threat posed by Folarin Jerry Balogun for Monaco, it's likely to be a battle where midfield control and defensive resilience will determine the outcome.

In conclusion, the prediction leans towards a double chance: Lens to win or draw. With a solid defensive record at home and the ability to create chances through key players, Lens has the necessary tools to secure a positive result. However, the unpredictability of Monaco's attack means that a draw remains a very plausible outcome in what is expected to be an enthralling encounter.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

67%
33%

Attacking Potential

47%
53%

Defensive Potential

71%
29%

Poisson Distribution

56%
44%

Stregth H2H

62%
38%

Goals H2H

58%
42%

Wins the game

60%
40%

Lens - Monaco Head to Head

Ligue 1 standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Paris Saint Germain players, news and schedule Paris Saint Germain 28 18 9 1 65 24 41 63
2 Stade Brestois 29 players, news and schedule Stade Brestois 29 28 15 8 5 41 23 18 53
3 Lille players, news and schedule Lille 28 13 10 5 42 25 17 49
4 Monaco players, news and schedule Monaco 27 14 7 6 52 38 14 49
5 Nice players, news and schedule Nice 28 12 8 8 28 22 6 44
6 Lens players, news and schedule Lens 28 12 7 9 37 30 7 43
7 Reims players, news and schedule Reims 28 11 7 10 35 36 -1 40
8 Marseille players, news and schedule Marseille 28 10 9 9 41 33 8 39
9 Rennes players, news and schedule Rennes 27 10 9 8 40 33 7 39
10 Lyon players, news and schedule Lyon 27 10 5 12 31 41 -10 35
11 Toulouse players, news and schedule Toulouse 28 8 9 11 32 36 -4 33
12 Strasbourg players, news and schedule Strasbourg 28 8 9 11 30 39 -9 33
13 Montpellier players, news and schedule Montpellier 28 8 9 11 35 40 -5 32
14 LE Havre players, news and schedule LE Havre 28 6 10 12 27 36 -9 28
15 Nantes players, news and schedule Nantes 27 8 4 15 26 42 -16 28
16 Lorient players, news and schedule Lorient 28 6 8 14 35 52 -17 26
17 Metz players, news and schedule Metz 28 6 5 17 28 48 -20 23
18 Clermont Foot players, news and schedule Clermont Foot 28 4 9 15 20 47 -27 21