Montpellier - Lyon

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82'		2 - 2	Goal	M. Caqueret
74'		2 - 1	Goal	A. Lacazette	N. Tagliafico (Assist)
23'		2 - 0	Goal	A. Nordin	I. Sylla (Assist)
23'		1 - 0	Own Goal	N. Matić

28'

N. Tagliafico

89'			In:	T. Savanier	Out:	W. Khazri
89'			In:	M. Sagnan	Out:	L. Leroy
89'			In:	A. Lacazette	Out:	G. Orban
67'			In:	S. Hefti	Out:	E. Tchato
64'			In:	A. Nordin	Out:	Y. Karamoh
57'			In:	E. Nuamah	Out:	M. Fofana
57'			In:	S. Benrahma	Out:	R. Cherki
57'			In:	A. Maitland-Niles	Out:	Clinton Mata
44'			In:	C. Tolisso	Out:	O. Mangala

Montpellier - Lyon Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Lyon

Best odds: 1.53

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Prediction: Under 3.5

Best odds: 1.33

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As the football world turns its attention to the Stade de la Mosson-Mondial 98 this Sunday, fans are eagerly anticipating a clash that could have significant implications for both Montpellier and Lyon in the Ligue 1 standings. With predictions hinting at a potential twist in the tale for the visitors, let's delve into the key players who could be pivotal in deciding the outcome of this encounter.

Key Players - Montpellier

Montpellier will be relying on their attacking prowess to unsettle the Lyon defense, and all eyes will be on Sepe Elye Wahi. With a rating of 6.48, Wahi has managed to put 14 shots on target from a total of 19 attempts, and his contribution of 2 goals could be vital in this match. The midfield engine, Khalil Fayad, with a rating of 6.77, will be expected to orchestrate play and create opportunities, having already provided 4 key passes this season. Moreover, the experienced Wahbi Khazri, with a rating of 6.91 and 8 key passes, brings a threat that Lyon's defense must be wary of.

Key Players - Lyon

For Lyon, the midfield maestro Skelly Alvero, holding a rating of 6.64, will be crucial in both breaking up play and launching counter-attacks. Upfront, Jefferson Ruan Pereira dos Santos, with a rating of 6.69 and an assist to his name, will be looking to add more goals to his tally. Lastly, Ernest Nuamah Appiah Kusi, with a rating of 6.78, will aim to use his 12 key passes to unlock the Montpellier defense.

Recent Form

Montpellier's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a sequence of LDWDL in their last five games, reflecting inconsistency in their campaign. Sitting at 12th in the table, they've managed to gather 18 points, but a goals difference of -4 indicates a struggle in both defense and attack. Lyon, on the other hand, despite their current 16th place in the standings, have shown signs of resurgence with a form line of LWWWL, suggesting a newfound momentum that they will be eager to carry forward.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides paints a competitive picture. Their last meeting on August 19, 2023, saw Montpellier triumph with a 4-1 victory over Lyon. However, the previous encounter on May 7, 2023, ended in a thrilling 5-4 win for Lyon. Going further back to October 22, 2022, Lyon edged Montpellier 2-1. This history suggests that goals are to be expected when these two teams meet.

Prediction

Taking into account the current form, head-to-head history, and the analytical predictions, this match is poised to be a tightly contested affair. The predictions favor Lyon as the potential winner, with a "Win or draw" comment and a notable emphasis on a low-scoring game, as indicated by the under 3.5 goals advice. With both teams sharing a 45 percent chance of securing a draw, it seems likely that the match could end with shared spoils. However, Lyon's attacking edge, with an 80 percent rating compared to Montpellier's 20 percent, could be the deciding factor.

In conclusion, the prediction leans towards a double chance: draw or Lyon win, coupled with fewer than 3.5 goals being scored. This prediction is underpinned by Lyon's recent upturn in form and their superior attacking statistics. As the match unfolds, the contributions of key players like Wahi, Khazri, and Alvero will be crucial in determining which team emerges victorious or whether the points will be shared come the final whistle.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

36%

64%

Attacking Potential

33%

67%

Defensive Potential

55%

45%

Poisson Distribution

61%

39%

Stregth H2H

20%

80%

Goals H2H

44%

56%

Wins the game

42%

59%

Montpellier - Lyon Head to Head

11/02	Montpellier	1 - 2	Lyon
19/08	Lyon	1 - 4	Montpellier
07/05	Lyon	5 - 4	Montpellier
22/10	Montpellier	1 - 2	Lyon

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