Jason Collins
Dailysports's expert
Dunkerque
Paris FC
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On February 15, Ligue 2 will feature a crucial clash between Dunkerque and Paris FC, two promotion contenders. Here’s my detailed betting analysis for this encounter.
Dunkerque
Dunkerque is having a solid season, currently sitting fourth in the table, which keeps them in the race for promotion. They are just four points behind second place, making this match extremely important for their Ligue 1 aspirations.
In their last match, Dunkerque secured a 2-0 away win over Caen, benefiting from their opponent going down to 10 men in the 37th minute. They capitalized well on their numerical advantage.
The club is also still alive in the Coupe de France, having eliminated two opponents so far. In the quarterfinals, they will face a tough challenge against Brest.
Paris FC
Paris FC is also in the thick of the promotion battle, currently second in the standings, just three points behind the league leaders.
In their last match, Paris FC came from behind to defeat Pau 3-1 at home, securing their third consecutive victory.
A top-two finish guarantees direct promotion to Ligue 1, but the competition is fierce. They are only two points ahead of third place, meaning they need to maintain consistency to avoid slipping into the playoff positions. Paris FC has already experienced a dip in form earlier this season, so stability is key.
Probable lineups
- Dunkerque: Ortolá, Abner, Sasso, Sanganté, Jorjonen, Raguber, Yassine, Bardelli, Scuta, Al Saad, Courte.
- Paris FC: Nkambadio, Tourraine, Mbou, Kolodziejczak, De Smet, Marchetti, Lopez, Gory, Kebbali, Lopez, Krasso.
Match facts
- Dunkerque at home: 8 wins, 3 losses.
- Paris FC away: Best road team in Ligue 2 – 6 wins, 3 losses, 2 draws.
- Betting odds: Dunkerque 2.94 | Draw 3.05 | Paris FC 2.59.
Head-to-head (H2H)
Their first-leg meeting was a thrilling contest. Dunkerque led 2-0 until the 79th minute, but Paris FC staged an incredible comeback, scoring three late goals to win 3-2. In the last five encounters, both teams have scored in every match.
Prediction
This is a direct battle between top-four teams, with no clear favorite. Given both teams’ attacking potential and the recent history of goal-filled encounters, I expect another entertaining match. Best bet: Both teams to score (BTTS – Yes).
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