Reims - Lens

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45'		1 - 1	Goal	W. Saïd	P. Frankowski (Assist)
41'		1 - 0	Goal	O. Diakité	J. Ito (Assist)

68'		F. Medina	Roughing
67'		F. Medina	Roughing
52'		J. Okumu
22'		O. Diakité	Tripping
19'		A. Khusanov	Tripping

88'			In:	J. Chávez	Out:	M. Haïdara
88'			In:	J. Ito	Out:	B. Stambouli
83'			In:	Sergio Akieme	Out:	T. Koudou
83'			In:	T. Teuma	Out:	M. Daramy
82'			In:	A. Fulgini	Out:	David Pereira da Costa
82'			In:	T. Teuma	Out:	M. Daramy
71'			In:	O. Diakité	Out:	A. Richardson
71'			In:	R. Khadra	Out:	K. Nakamura
69'			In:	N. Mendy	Out:	N. El Aynaoui
69'			In:	W. Saïd	Out:	M. Guilavogui
69'			In:	A. Thomasson	Out:	F. Sotoca
68'			In:	W. Saïd	Out:	M. Guilavogui

Reims - Lens Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Lens

Best odds: 1.55

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As the French Ligue 1 continues to unfold, a gripping encounter awaits us this Sunday at the Stade Auguste-Delaune. The match will pit the ambition of sixth-placed Reims against the determination of eighth-placed Lens, with both sides closely matched in the league standings. The predictions hint at a slight edge for Lens, suggesting a "win or draw" outcome, but with both teams showing fluctuating form, this clash could swing in any direction.

Key Players

For Reims, the spotlight falls on midfielder Oumar Diakité, whose performances have been crucial for the team's midfield stability. With a rating of 6.66, Diakité's ability to take shots and create opportunities will be essential. Defensively, Joshua Darius Kamani Wilson-Esbrand has been a reliable presence with a rating of 6.72, contributing to the team's solidity at the back. On the attacking front, Keito Nakamura holds the key, with a goal and an assist to his name.

Lens counters with their own set of influential players. Midfielder Adrien Thomasson stands out with a rating of 6.81, and his vision in the midfield will be pivotal for creating scoring opportunities. In defense, Deiver Andrés Machado Mena has not only been solid at the back but also contributed three goals, an impressive tally for a defender. Up front, Morgan Bono Guilavogui, with a rating of 6.85, will be the one to watch as he seeks to add to his goal tally.

Recent Form

Reims have had a mixed bag of results with their last five games reading "DWWLL," indicating a team that has the potential to shine but also the vulnerability to slip. With 30 points from 19 games and a goal difference of just +1, they are in a tight spot to maintain their position for European qualification.

Lens, just a point behind Reims, have had a similarly inconsistent run with "WLLWD" in their last five outings. Their slightly better goal difference of +4 and an accumulated 29 points from 19 matches show that they are in hot pursuit of climbing up the ranks.

Head-to-Head History

Looking at the recent head-to-head match-ups, Lens appears to have the upper hand. They secured a 2-0 victory against Reims on December 16, 2023, and a 2-1 win on May 12, 2023. The only draw between the two teams came on September 4, 2022, ending 1-1. This historical edge could play a psychological role in the upcoming fixture.

Prediction

The predictions lean towards Lens, with a "Double chance: draw or Lens" advised. The percentages also favor the away side, with a 45% chance for both a draw and an away win, compared to Reims' 10% chance of securing a victory. The form, attack, and defense ratings all point towards a stronger performance from Lens, with a 56% form rating against Reims' 44%, and a defensive rating of 60% to Reims' 40%.

Considering the predictions, key player performances, and historical data, the expectation is for a tightly contested affair with Lens more likely to come away with at least a point. The match could well be decided by the effectiveness of the key players on the day, with Oumar Diakité, Joshua Darius Kamani Wilson-Esbrand, and Keito Nakamura pivotal for Reims, while Adrien Thomasson, Deiver Andrés Machado Mena, and Morgan Bono Guilavogui will be crucial for Lens.

The final prediction: Lens to either win or secure a draw in a match that promises to be an intriguing battle for European qualification spots. The outcome of this encounter could be a defining moment for both teams' aspirations this season.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

44%

56%

Attacking Potential

50%

50%

Defensive Potential

45%

55%

Poisson Distribution

45%

55%

Stregth H2H

7%

93%

Goals H2H

31%

69%

Wins the game

37%

63%

Reims - Lens Head to Head

18/02	Reims	1 - 1	Lens
16/12	Lens	2 - 0	Reims
12/05	Lens	2 - 1	Reims
04/09	Reims	1 - 1	Lens

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