It is 9th versus 10th in Ligue 1 as the hosts Lyon go one-on-one against visitors Reims on Saturday, with kickoff slated for 20:00 GMT.
Key Highlights
Lyon Looking to Retain their Consistency as They Look to Break into the Top Half
Lyon have won their last two matches in Ligue 1, beating Lorient (0-2) and Toulouse (2-3) as they step up their form and look to break into the top half of the season.
In their last five outings, they have won four times and lost once, picking up 12 points out of the available 15 points.
Lyon’s return to form has seen them move away from the bottom half of the season; their haul of 34 points have them sitting 10th on the table, four points behind their opponents on Saturday, Reims.
A win on Saturday will see Lyon cut the gap to Reims down to one, with eight matches to go in Ligue 1.
Reims Looks to Make Three Matches Without Defeat in Ligue 1
Reims have won twice, drawn twice, and lost once in their last five matches as they have fallen down the table.
In their last two matches, they have had a draw and a win, which have seen an uptick in their form. The draw came away to PSG (2-2) and at home to Metz (2-1).
The trip to Lyon will give them a chance to extend their four-point lead ahead of Lyon with a win. They will also look to build on their form and climb the table into European places.
Bet hereHead-to-Head Statistics
Since 2012, Lyon and Reims have met 19 times in matches spanning all competitions. In this run, Lyon have won eight times with Reims winning six times, and five matches ending in draws.
In their last five meetings, Lyon have won once, Reims have won two times, and two matches have ended in draws. Last time out, Reims won 2-0.
Injury Report
Lyon have not reported fresh injury worries ahead of their home match against Reims.
Reims will be without center-back Joseph Okumu, who is sidelined with a groin injury.
Prediction
Lyon are in a good run of form, which makes them favorites in this match. They will win the match and make it three wins on the bounce.
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