- Date and Time: August 24, 16:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Parc Lyon, Lyon, France
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Lyon
Lyon’s start to the new Ligue 1 campaign couldn’t have been more disappointing, suffering a massive 3-0 defeat away against Rennes. The scoreline, if anything, flattered Lyon, as their performance on both ends of the pitch left much to be desired.
By halftime, Lyon were already trailing 2-0. The match offered a glimmer of hope in the 71st minute when Les Gones were awarded a penalty, but veteran goalkeeper Steve Mandanda saved Georges Mikautadze’s effort.
Lyon must bounce back as soon as possible. Despite showing decent results in friendlies, the Rennes match exposed significant defensive frailties that need urgent attention.
The return of Alexandre Lacazette against Monaco should bolster their attacking options, and he is expected to be included in the starting lineup to help turn their fortunes around.
Monaco
Monaco kicked off their campaign with a solid, somewhat nervy victory against newly-promoted Saint-Étienne. After the first goal was cancelled due to offside, Takumi Minamino scored the opener in the 28th minute. However, the Monégasques had a scare in the second half when Ibrahim Sissoko’s goal for Saint-Étienne was also ruled out due to offside.
Monaco managed to maintain most of their key players during the transfer window and are one of the main contenders to fight for the Ligue 1 title. Nevertheless, against Saint-Étienne, they could have lost points, and such errors won’t be forgiven against top clubs.
Monaco have recently announced the departure of Youssouf Fofana. The French midfielder moved to Milan, and his transfer will certainly leave a void, which Adi Hütter will need to address swiftly if Monaco is to maintain their early momentum and compete for the top spots in the league.
Bet hereLyon vs AS Monaco Prediction
- Pick: Monaco or Draw
- Odds: 1.62 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Lyon vs AS Monaco 2-2
In their opening match, Lyon were inferior in almost every aspect. They found it difficult to control possession and barely created any chances, except for the penalty. Moreover, the front line failed to communicate effectively with each other.
Conversely, Monaco managed to secure a victory against Saint-Étienne, although it wasn’t without its challenges. The Monégasques will need to elevate their game to meet the high expectations placed on them this season.
We don’t expect Lyon to beat Monaco in this match. The hosts are still in the process of rebuilding, and Pierre Sage will need some time to find the right balance in his squad. On the other hand, Monaco can exploit Lyon’s weaknesses and secure at least a draw in this fixture.
Lyon vs AS Monaco Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Over 2.5 Goals
- Odds: 1.44 (22Bet)
Matches between Lyon and Monaco have always delighted fans with plenty of goals. In the last ten head-to-head encounters, six of these games featured three or more goals, including a recent thriller where Lyon edged out Monaco 3-2 in a tense battle.
Both teams have attackers that can efficiently convert dangerous moments. Moreover, both sides struggle defensively, suggesting that we could be in for another high-scoring affair.
Folarin Balogun and Georges Mikautadze are two forwards who can pose a real threat to the defenders. Additionally, Alexander Lacazette will return from suspension, further bolstering the hosts’ attacking potential. Therefore, our football prediction analysis suggests over 2.5 goals between Lyon and Monaco.
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