Our Predictions
Lyon sits 4th, in strong form, and has won 12 of the last 20 head-to-heads. Auxerre’s poor form and Lyon’s solid away record add confidence. Odds of 2.00 for Lyon are great value considering the teams’ positions and recent meetings.
Auxerre and Lyon both create chances. Lyon leads in big chances created. Auxerre has scored in recent matches, Perrin is a constant threat. Odds of 1.75 suggest bookmakers expect action at both ends.
Recent meetings and form show these teams score and concede. Lyon averages nearly two goals per match, Auxerre 1+. The 1.91 odds for Over 2.5 make sense given both teams’ defensive lapses and attacking quality.
Auxerre vs Lyon Prediction – Live on Extratips
Welcome, football fans! Auxerre hosts Lyon on November 23 at 14:00, Ligue 1. Lyon sits 4th with strong Champions League hopes, while Auxerre, struggling near the bottom, fights for survival. Recent news highlights Lyon’s attacking form, with Cherki creating the most big chances this season. Auxerre’s defense has leaked goals, but Perrin remains a creative force.
The odds tell us Lyon (2.00) is the favourite, a draw is priced at 3.40, and Auxerre to win is at 3.90. Both teams scoring is likely (Yes at 1.75), and over 2.5 goals stands even at 1.91. Lyon is confident, coming off four wins in their last five away matches. Auxerre has struggled at home, winning just two of their last five.
Head-to-head, Lyon has dominated, winning 12 of the last 20. The last five matches: Lyon won three, Auxerre won one, and they drew once. Lyon’s strengths: creative midfield, strong end product, and solid away record. Weaknesses: occasional defensive lapses, discipline issues, and reliance on Cherki. Auxerre’s strengths: Perrin’s creativity, resilience in midfield, and set-piece threat. Weaknesses: leaky defense, poor recent form, and struggles against top-six teams.
Injuries could shape the match—Lyon misses one defender but expects Cherki fit. Storylines to watch: can Lyon’s attack break Auxerre’s defensive lines, will Perrin inspire an upset, and will Auxerre’s home crowd spur a surprise?
Expect a competitive match with chances at both ends. Likely scenarios: Lyon win with goals (high), competitive draw (medium), Auxerre upset (low).