The Matchday 9 Ligue 1 clash between Lyon and Strasbourg will take place on October 26 at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais. Lyon vs. Strasbourg: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Lyon
The team has struggled in their last two league matches, suffering a home defeat to Toulouse (1-2) and an away loss to Nice (2-3). In both instances, Jorge Maciel's side conceded decisive goals after the 95th minute. As a result, instead of leading Ligue 1, they are currently in fifth place, trailing the top spot by three points.
- The team has been involved in 22 uncompromising Ligue 1 encounters, with 14 wins and 8 losses.
- At least one of the opponents failed to score in 7 of Lyon's last 10 league matches.
- Lyon has won 8 of their last 10 home matches in Ligue 1.
Predicted lineup for Lyon (4-2-3-1)
Dominik Greif – Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Clinton Mata, Abner, Ruben Kluivert – Tyler Morton, Corentin Tolisso – Malik Fofana, Pavel Schultz, Adam Karabec – Martin Satriano.
Strasbourg
Liam Rosenior's side demonstrated high efficiency in converting chances in their last two league matches. They first thrashed Angers 5-0 at home and then played an impressive 3-3 draw with PSG away. In the match against PSG, the club led by two goals but couldn't hold onto the advantage. Nevertheless, Strasbourg sits in a strong third place, just two points behind league leaders Marseille. On average, their matches feature 3.4 goals.
- The club has not lost in 6 of their last 8 Ligue 1 matches (5 wins and 1 draw).
- At least 3 goals have been scored in Strasbourg's last 4 league matches.
- The team has won only one second half in their last 7 away Ligue 1 matches (4 draws and 2 losses).
Predicted lineup for Strasbourg (4-4-2)
Mike Penders – Ben Chilwell, Gelya Due, Ismael Doukoure, Lucas Hoisberg – Samir El Mourabet, Valentin Barco, Julio Enciso, Ghemisonni Ouattara – Diego Moreira, Joaquin Panichelli.
Referee
Eric Wattellier (France)
Matches – 21 (Ligue 1, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 68;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.2;
Red cards shown – 3;
Average fouls per match – 23;
Penalties – 24%.
Lyon vs. Strasbourg: Match Prediction
Both teams, had they not dropped points in the previous round, could have been sharing the lead with Marseille. Therefore, both sides will be eager to secure three points in this encounter, with a slight preference given to the hosts. Lyon is strong at their home ground and, before losing to Toulouse, had won four consecutive home league matches. Additionally, they have a good record against Strasbourg at home in Ligue 1, with 6 wins and 1 draw in the last 8 meetings.
I also expect a high-scoring affair. At least 3 goals have been scored in 9 of Lyon's last 12 home Ligue 1 games, as well as in Strasbourg's last 3 away league matches. It's worth noting that this level of scoring has occurred in the last five head-to-head encounters at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais in Ligue 1.
My prediction – 1X and Total over 2.5 goals
