Jason Collins
Dailysports's expert
Auxerre
Toulouse
On February 9, Auxerre and Toulouse will face off in Ligue 1. Can we expect a high-scoring match? Here’s our expert betting prediction.
Auxerre
Auxerre is struggling for consistency this season. Currently 12th in the standings, with a 5-point cushion above the relegation zone. Winless in their last 8 Ligue 1 matches, picking up just 4 points in that period. In their last match, they lost 2-4 to Monaco, despite leading 2-1 at halftime. Defensively vulnerable but still playing solid football—a win is needed to restore confidence.
Toulouse
Toulouse sits 10th in the table, just 3 points ahead of Auxerre. Last match: Drew 1-1 with Nice, equalizing late in the game. Winless in their last 4 league matches, earning 2 points in that span. Recently eliminated from the Coupe de France, after a shock 0-2 home defeat to Guingamp (Ligue 2). Strong defensive side—only two teams in the top 10 have conceded fewer goals.
Probable Lineups
- Auxerre: Leon, Mensah, Akpa, Jubal Junior, Diomande, Joly, Traoré, Massengo, Owusu, Perrin, Sinayoko.
- Toulouse: Restes, Mackenzie, Akdag, Cangvo, Dönnum, Kamanzzi, Caceres, Suazo, Aboukhlal, Gboho, Magri.
Match Facts
- Auxerre home record: 5 wins, 4 draws, 1 loss.
- Toulouse away record: 3 wins, 4 losses, 2 draws.
- Betting odds: Auxerre – 3.00, Draw – 3.35, Toulouse – 2.43.
Head-to-Head (H2H)
In the reverse fixture, Toulouse won 2-0, scoring both goals in the first half.
Prediction
This is a tricky match with no clear favorite. Expect a tight, unpredictable battle where both teams have their chances. Given Auxerre’s defensive struggles and Toulouse’s ability to score, the best betting option is Over 2.5 goals.
