Jason Collins
Dailysports's expert
Nantes
Brest
On Friday, two matches are scheduled in Ligue 1, with Nantes hosting Brest in what promises to be an unpredictable battle. Will this be a tense encounter? Here’s our detailed betting prediction.
Nantes
The Canaries have been frustrating their fans this season, currently sitting 14th in the table, just three points above the relegation zone. In their last match, Nantes earned a hard-fought but well-deserved 2-1 away victory against Reims, snapping a four-match streak of draws. They have already exited the Coupe de France, meaning their sole focus is now Ligue 1 survival. While Nantes hasn’t played terribly, they rarely win—instead, they have a league-high nine draws.
Brest
Brest deserves a lot of respect for their impressive performances in multiple competitions. They are 8th in Ligue 1, trailing the top six by just five points. In their last league match, Brest suffered a 2-5 home defeat against PSG, ending their three-game winning streak. Just a few days later, they defeated Troyes 2-1 in the Coupe de France, securing a quarterfinal spot thanks to a late stoppage-time goal. Brest has also achieved a historic milestone, advancing to the Champions League knockout stage in their debut season.
Probable Lineups
- Nantes: Lopes, Cozza, Pallois, Sō, Castelletto, Lemoine, Chirivella, Simon, Mostafa, Coco, Abline.
- Brest: Bizot, Lala, Chardonnet, Ndiaye, Zogbe, Le-Moel, Camara, Faivre, Del Castillo, Ajorque, Sima.
Match Facts
- Nantes’ home form: 2 wins, 4 draws, 3 losses.
- Brest’s away form: 3 wins, 7 losses.
- Betting odds: Nantes – 2.48, Draw – 3.25, Brest – 3.05.
Head-to-Head (H2H)
Brest has won both meetings this season: 4-1 at home in Ligue 1, 2-1 in the Coupe de France.
Prediction
Bookmakers see no clear favorite, as Nantes has home advantage and greater motivation, while Brest has been the more consistent side. This could be a game played on equal terms, with both teams looking to attack. Given the history of both teams scoring in recent meetings, I see good value in betting on both teams to score (BTTS).
