Paris Saint-Germain reclaimed the top position in Ligue 1 over the weekend, and they are strong favorites to maintain their lead as they prepare to face Lorient on Wednesday. Under the guidance of Luis Enrique, PSG aims to solidify their dominance in the league. Additionally, an exciting midweek fixture will see Nice take on high-scoring Lille at Allianz Riviera.
In other matchups on Wednesday, Le Havre will host Brest at 6pm. Both teams have struggled in the lower half of the Ligue 1 table, but the encounter promises to deliver numerous goals. Notably, Brest has seen seven of their last nine away games feature three or more goals, while Le Havre has conceded a concerning 16 goals in nine matches. Therefore, betting on over 2.5 goals seems wise.
PSG’s clash with Lorient is another anticipated match. Five of PSG’s six victories this season have come without conceding, and they are likely to extend that streak. Lorient has suffered five losses in nine matches, including a recent 2-0 defeat to Angers, indicating they will struggle to score against the formidable PSG. A prediction of PSG winning to nil appears to be a safe bet.
In the game between Metz and Lens, Lens enters in excellent form, having won six of their nine league matches. On the other hand, Metz has only collected two points from 21 available, showcasing both the weakest attack and defense in the league. This makes Lens the likely victor in their upcoming meeting.
Another captivating matchup features Nice against Lille. Both teams harbor aspirations for European competition, and their recent encounters suggest an exciting game, as six of the last seven meetings have seen both sides score. With Lille currently leading the league in goals with 22, fans can expect a thrilling game.
Meanwhile, Marseille, coming off a loss to Lens, are expected to secure a win against Angers, who have the joint-lowest scoring record in the league. Marseille traditionally perform well at home, which suggests a win to nil is probable.
In the match between Nantes and Monaco, the away side looks set for success. Monaco’s attacking prowess, evidenced by their 18 goals in nine matches, poses a significant threat to Nantes, who have only managed seven goals this season.
Lyon also appears to be in good shape for an away match against Paris FC, who, despite a promising start after promotion, have faced difficulties with five losses in nine games. This could lead to another defeat for Paris FC against a formidable Lyon side.
Strasbourg, aiming to bounce back from a loss, will host Auxerre, who have struggled on the road with just one point gained in their last eight away games. A win for Strasbourg is anticipated.
Lastly, Toulouse will face Rennes in a matchup that is expected to be closely contested. Both teams have shown little difference in their standings, and a draw appears to be the most likely outcome given their recent forms.
As the excitement of midweek Ligue 1 action approaches, fans can anticipate thrilling matches that could shape the league’s narrative heading into the later stages of the season.