Jason Collins
Dailysports's expert
Annecy FC
Lorient
The program of the 31st round of the French Ligue 2 will conclude with the clash between Annecy and Lorient. Here's my betting suggestion for the upcoming event.
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Annecy
This season, Annecy had chances to finish in the top 5, but the team lacked consistency. Reaching the top five is still possible, with a gap of four points and a game in hand, offering the opportunity to minimize the deficit.
In the last round, Annecy defeated Red Star away with a score of 1-0, with the decisive goal scored in the early stages of the match, already in the tenth minute. This victory ended a winless streak of six matches, during which they managed to secure only two points.
Lorient
Lorient has high chances of entering the elite of French football, leading Ligue 2, ahead of Paris on additional criteria, with a game in hand. The main objective for the team is to secure direct promotion to Ligue 1, as dropping below third place is not a concern.
In the last round, the club managed to achieve a comeback victory on the road against Guingamp, winning 2-1, with Krupi scoring a brace. Lorient thus extended their winning streak to four matches, indicating the team is in excellent form.
Probable Lineups
- Annecy: Escales, Delfi, Drouin, Bane, Ganiu, Kashi, Pajot, Bermont, Demoucy, Laros, Paris.
- Lorient: Mvogo, Yongwa, Talbi, Laporte, Igor Silva, Pagi, Abergel, Awom, Mvuka Mugisha, Bamba, Krupi.
Match Facts
- Annecy plays with mixed success at home, recording 7 wins, 4 losses, and three draws.
- Lorient has won 7 matches away, lost five times, and drawn three matches.
- The odds for the upcoming match are as follows: P1 – 5.4, X – 3.85, P2 – 1.64.
H2H
In the first round, the teams delighted with spectacular football, with Lorient securing a home victory with a score of 4-2.
Prediction
Two motivated teams will take the field, with the guests considered favorites, though taking all three points won't be easy for the leader. I anticipate a tough and unpredictable match where everything will depend on the conversion of chances. I find a bet on both teams to score appropriate here.
