Toulouse vs Auxerre: will Toulouse extend their winning streak?
In the Matchday 20 fixture of Ligue 1, Toulouse will face Auxerre on Sunday, February 1, with kick-off scheduled for 17:15 CET. I would like to offer a betting pick for this encounter.
Toulouse vs Auxerre: match facts and head-to-head
- Toulouse have won three matches in a row.
- In their previous eight games, Toulouse have lost only once.
- Auxerre have been defeated in their last five matches.
- Auxerre have failed to keep a clean sheet in seven consecutive games.
- Auxerre have the worst defence in Ligue 1, having conceded 14 goals.
- Auxerre have lost 45% of their matches this season without scoring, compared to 19% for Toulouse.
- In 40% of their matches this season, Auxerre conceded goals in both halves.
- Auxerre beat Toulouse 1–0 in the most recent head-to-head meeting.
Toulouse vs Auxerre: match preview
Toulouse currently sit eighth in the league table with 29 points after 19 rounds. The team will be fighting for a place in European competition. The gap to fifth place is just three points, while sixth is only two points away. As a result, Toulouse are clearly in contention for a European spot. The team are enjoying a strong run of form, with three consecutive victories and just one defeat in their last eight matches.
Auxerre have lost their last five games and are going through a difficult period. They are currently 17th in the table with 12 points after 19 rounds. The gap to 15th place stands at eight points, meaning the battle for survival will be extremely challenging. Achieving that goal will be very difficult, given the points deficit and Auxerre’s recent results.
Probable line-ups
- Toulouse: Restes; McKenzie, Cresswell, Nicolaisen; Casseres, Vossah, Messalli, Sidibe; Donnum, Hidalgo, Gboho
- Auxerre: Leon; Sy, Akpa, Diomande, Okoh, Mensah; El Azzouzi, Ahamada; Faivre, Sinayoko; Mara
Prediction
In my view, Toulouse are the favourites for this clash and should be able to secure victory. Auxerre find themselves in a tough situation and their recent results have been poor. Therefore, I recommend a bet on a home win.
