Lyon vs Angers Prediction, Preview, Team News and Lineups 17.05.2025

• Date and Time: Saturday, May 17, 2025, 20:00 GMT+1
• Venue: Parc Olympique Lyonnais, Lyon, France

Lyon vs Angers Preview and Team News

Lyon Team News

Lyon produced one of their weakest displays in Ligue 1 against Monaco, losing 0-2 and almost losing chances of finishing in the top four. Paulo Fonseca’s men barely created any chances in the second half, and eventually their opponents grabbed a deserved victory.

With 54 points, Lyon currently sit seventh and they are in serious danger of missing out on top-tier European competitions. While they had a great run, losing three times in the previous four occasions turned out to be decisive for them.

Clinton Mata was substituted in the first half against Monaco and he won’t be available for this fixture. In addition, Ernest Nuamah and Corentin Tolisso are sidelined. 

Lyon predicted lineup vs Angers

Lyon predicted lineup vs Angers (4-2-3-1): Perri; Tagliafico, Niakhate, Caleta-Car, Maitland-Niles; Matić, Tessmann; Fofana, Almada, Cherki; Mikautadze. 

Angers Team News

Angers have confirmed their place in Ligue 1, following the victory over Champions League chasers Strasbourg. Esteban Lepaul’s brace brought a crucial win for the hosts, and they are currently five points ahead of Le Havre.

It’s been a rollercoaster season for Angers, who were in the relegation battle not that long ago. However, two consecutive victories against tougher rivals made the difference and they can now focus on the next season.

Jean-Eudes Aholou, Abdoulaye Bamba, Haris Belkebla, Pierrick Capelle, Sidiki Cherif and Zinedine Ferhat are all expected to miss the fixture. The majority of these players have been starters, but in the ultimate stage, it shouldn’t cause any big problems for Angers.

Angers predicted lineup vs Lyon

Angers predicted lineup vs Lyon (4-4-1-1): Fofana; Arcus, Camara, Lefort, Hanin; Raolisoa, Belkhdim, Courcoul, Allevinah; Abdelli; Lepaul. 

Lyon vs Angers Prediction 

• Pick: Lyon (-1.5) Handicap
• Odds: 1.83 (22Bet)
• Score prediction: Lyon 3-1 Angers

If Lyon want to maintain any mathematical chances of getting the best of their opponents, they need a win in this clash. If we take a look at the previous 10 H2H results, they speak in favour of Paulo Fonseca’s men, winning nine times and losing just once.

Moreover, the last three H2Hs ended with Lyon beating Angers convincingly. We think that the hosts will demonstrate an attacking performance and won’t be delighted with scoring only one goal.

Although Georges Mikautadze and Rayan Cherki were benched in the previous match, we expect both of them in the lineup. Therefore, our first pick here would be Lyon to win with a (-1.5) handicap. 

Lyon vs Angers Prediction, Betting Tip

• Pick: Over 2.5 Goals
• Odds: 1.39 (22Bet)

With 63 goals, Lyon are the fourth-best team in Ligue 1 when it comes to scoring. The stats between these two clubs are also promising; out of the last 10 previous meetings, 9 ended with three or more goals scored, so we anticipate an entertaining clash.

Angers have no motivation left and will play without pressure. Lyon, on the other hand, need a convincing win, and we think both clubs will focus on the offence from the first minute.

Georges Mikautadze, who has shown improving form in the late stages of Ligue 1, will also try to end the season with his 12th goal. Therefore, I suggest picking over 2.5 goals in this match.

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