On October 27, 2024, Strasbourg will host Nantes at Stade de la Meinau in what promises to be an interesting clash in Ligue 1. Kick off Nigeria takes a look at the current form, results, and statistics of both teams to provide a prediction for this encounter.
Strasbourg
Under Liam Rosenior, Strasbourg currently sits in 10th place with 10 points. The team has shown decent attacking form, scoring in their last 12 matches. Their top scorer, Emmanuel Emegha, has netted 4 goals in 11 appearances. However, Strasbourg’s defense remains vulnerable, having conceded 16 goals in 8 rounds. In their last five matches, they’ve allowed 10 goals, indicating defensive weaknesses that could prove costly.
Nantes
Managed by Antoine Kombouaré, Nantes is also in mid-table, holding 9th place with 10 points. The team hasn’t won in their last five matches, showing inconsistent form. Like Strasbourg, Nantes struggles defensively, conceding in each of their last six games. Over their last five matches, they have scored 5 goals but conceded 8, which shows a lack of confidence in their backline.
Player to Watch: Moses Simon
Nantes’ winger Moses Simon has been a key attacking threat for the team this season. His speed and creativity on the flank make him one of Nantes’ most dangerous players, consistently contributing to their offensive play.
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Simon’s ability to create chances and score goals makes him a critical factor in Nantes’ quest to secure points. Odds for Simon to find the back of the net on Sunday according to 1xBet are 6.
Prediction for Strasbourg vs. Nantes
This match features two mid-table teams that have similar records, both sitting on 10 points with two wins, four draws, and two losses each. In their last round, Strasbourg lost away to PSG (2-0), while Nantes drew at home with Nice (1-1). This promises to be a close game, which could easily end up in a draw.
Betting Tips
Both teams have their attacking strengths and their defensive frailties, what could lead to a scoring game. Strasbourg’s defensive lapses and Nantes’ inability to secure a clean sheet suggest that there is a high possibility of both teams conceding at least one goal. Betting on both teams to score (BTTS – YES) at odds of 1.77 according to 1xBet could be a strong option for this match.
