Lille - Lens

Regular Season - 27
Kickoff: 2024-03-30 23:00

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Lille - Lens Predictions

Prediction: Lille or draw
Best odds: 1.33

As the Ligue 1 season progresses, the anticipation builds for the upcoming clash between Lille and Lens at the Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy. With both teams vying for European qualification, the stakes couldn't be higher. Although predictions remain undisclosed, the suspense hangs in the air as fans eagerly await to see which team will claim supremacy.

Key Players – Lille

Lille's European ambitions are significantly boosted by their attacking prowess, spearheaded by the skilled Ivan Ricardo Neves Abreu Cavaleiro. With a rating of 6.79, Cavaleiro's contribution to the team's offense is noteworthy, having achieved a total of 1 goal, 1 assist, and 6 shots on target. His ability to create opportunities is further highlighted by his 11 key passes from a total of 233.

The midfield dynamism comes from Yusuf Yazıcı, who boasts a rating of 6.92. Yazıcı's influence is evident with 4 goals to his name and a significant number of shots on target (11). His creative flair is underpinned by his 14 key passes, making him a critical component in Lille's quest for goals.

Another midfielder, Adam Mohamed Ounas, matches Yazıcı's rating and adds depth to the team's midfield. Ounas has managed to score once and has been a consistent threat with his 10 key passes.

Key Players – Lens

On the other side, Lens will rely on the talents of Adrien Thomasson to disrupt Lille's rhythm. With a rating of 6.74, Thomasson's role as a midfielder is crucial, having completed 465 passes with 18 being key passes, although he has yet to make his mark with assists this season.

In defense, Deiver Andrés Machado Mena stands out with a rating of 6.83. Machado Mena not only contributes to the team's defensive solidity but also poses a threat on the attack, scoring 3 goals from the back.

The attacking impetus for Lens may come from Morgan Bono Guilavogui, an attacker with a rating of 6.84. Guilavogui's 2 goals from 7 shots on target underline his efficiency in front of goal, and his ability to create plays is reflected in his 11 key passes.

Recent Form

Lille's form leading up to the match has been strong, with their last five games yielding three wins, a draw, and a loss. They currently sit at 4th place with 38 points and a positive goal difference of 15. Lens, not far behind, occupies the 6th position with 36 points and a goal difference of 7, having secured three wins, one draw, and one loss in their recent outings.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head encounters between these two sides have been evenly matched. The previous three meetings have ended in two draws, with Lille taking a narrow victory in the remaining match. The most recent games on October 8, 2023, and March 4, 2023, both ended 1-1, while Lille edged a 1-0 win on October 9, 2022.

Prediction

Considering the tight competition between the two teams and their recent forms, this match promises to be a closely contested affair. Lille's home advantage and stronger position in the league might give them the edge, but Lens's tenacity and the balanced history of head-to-head matchups suggest that a draw could be a likely outcome. Fans should expect a tactical battle with both teams fighting hard to secure a position that would bolster their European qualification hopes.

In conclusion, while the predictions are not explicit, the data leans towards a potential stalemate with both teams having a lot to play for. Yet, with key players like Ivan Ricardo Neves Abreu Cavaleiro and Yusuf Yazıcı for Lille, and Adrien Thomasson and Morgan Bono Guilavogui for Lens, there is always the chance of a moment of brilliance tipping the scales.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

53%
47%

Attacking Potential

50%
50%

Defensive Potential

54%
46%

Poisson Distribution

73%
27%

Stregth H2H

50%
50%

Goals H2H

50%
50%

Wins the game

55%
45%

Lille - Lens 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