Lyon - Toulouse

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45'		2 - 0	Missed Penalty	T. Dallinga	T. Dallinga (Assist)
29'		2 - 0	Goal	A. Lacazette
25'		1 - 0	Goal	A. Lacazette	J. O'Brien (Assist)

63'		A. Dønnum	Tripping
41'		V. Sierro	Tripping

67'			In:	C. Tolisso	Out:	M. Diawara
67'			In:	E. Nuamah	Out:	T. Kadewere
59'			In:	R. Cherki	Out:	Diego Moreira
59'			In:	Clinton Mata	Out:	S. Kumbedi

Lyon - Toulouse Predictions

Prediction: Lyon or draw

Best odds: 1.29

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As the Ligue 1 season unfolds, the air at Groupama Stadium is thick with anticipation for the upcoming clash between Lyon and Toulouse. With both teams eager to climb the standings, predictions are swirling, but the outcome remains shrouded in uncertainty.

Key Players to Watch For Lyon, their position at the brink of relegation adds an extra layer of urgency to their performance. Amidst their struggle, Ernest Nuamah Appiah emerges as a beacon of hope on the front line. Despite Lyon's woes, Appiah boasts a respectable 6.57 rating, with 6 shots on target from 9 attempts. His creativity will be crucial in breaking down Toulouse's defense.

On the defensive end, Nicolás Alejandro Tagliafico stands as a pillar for Lyon. With a rating of 6.89, his contribution is not just in defense but also in initiating attacks, as evidenced by his 276 total passes and 8 key passes.

The spotlight also shines on Alexandre Armand Lacazette, whose 7.25 rating tops his team's charts. Lacazette's 7 shots on target and 3 goals make him a formidable threat that Toulouse must carefully mark.

Toulouse, sitting slightly above Lyon in the standings, also brings players to the forefront. Frank Magri is a key figure in their attack, with a 6.77 rating and 3 goals to his name. His 8 shots on target from 16 attempts will test Lyon's resolve in defense.

Another name to watch is Zakaria Aboukhlal, whose performance mirrors that of Magri. With a 6.78 rating and 3 goals, Aboukhlal’s presence on the pitch cannot be underestimated.

In midfield, César Gelabert Piña has been a consistent performer for Toulouse. With a 6.97 rating, one assist, and a goal, his ability to orchestrate play will be pivotal in Toulouse's quest for points.

Recent Form

Lyon's recent form reads like a cautionary tale, with just one win in their last five matches (WDLDL). The team is clearly struggling to find consistency, and their 18th place standing with only 7 points speaks volumes about their need for improvement.

Toulouse, while not in the danger zone, has also been grappling with form, having not won in their last five outings (DLLDD). This match offers them a chance to turn the tide and distance themselves from the relegation battle.

Head-to-Head History

Looking at the head-to-head history, the two teams last met on April 14, 2023, where Lyon managed to secure a 2-1 victory away at Toulouse. Prior to that, on October 7, 2022, they shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw at Lyon's home ground. These recent encounters suggest a closely matched rivalry that could tilt in either direction.

Prediction

With no clear winner predicted and the under/over goals not specified, the match is poised to be a tightly contested affair. Lyon, despite their position, have the advantage of playing at home and will be desperate to leverage that to escape the relegation zone.

Toulouse, although not as pressured, will see this as an opportunity to secure a much-needed win against a vulnerable opponent. The match could very well be decided by moments of individual brilliance or lapses in concentration.

Given the recent form and head-to-head history, a draw seems a plausible outcome, but if either team can galvanize their key players, they might just tip the scales in their favor. The battle between Lacazette's attacking prowess and Gelabert Piña's midfield orchestration will be particularly decisive.

In the end, expect a close encounter with both teams fighting tooth and nail for every ball. The final prediction leans towards a hard-fought draw, with both teams scoring and sharing the points in a match that promises to keep fans on the edge of their seats.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

67%

33%

Attacking Potential

57%

43%

Defensive Potential

47%

53%

Poisson Distribution

41%

59%

Stregth H2H

93%

7%

Goals H2H

72%

28%

Wins the game

63%

37%

Lyon - Toulouse Head to Head

16/03	Toulouse	-	Lyon
10/12	Lyon	3 - 0	Toulouse
14/04	Toulouse	1 - 2	Lyon
07/10	Lyon	1 - 1	Toulouse

Ligue 1 standings

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