This archive report was first published on 23 August 2019.
Published on August 23, 2019, the French Ligue 1 2019/20 season is off to a thrilling start. With several teams vying for the top spot, the competition is heating up. In this article, we'll provide you with our expert predictions and betting odds for the upcoming matches.
One of the most unpredictable aspects of football is the ability of even the biggest teams to fall to the smallest and unlikeliest of opponents. This unpredictability makes it essential to analyze every game, especially when it comes to betting. Many factors need to be considered, including the home team's advantage, head-to-head statistics, injury situations, new signings, current form, depth of the squad, and the mentality of the team based on past performances.
Matchday 3 Predictions ¶
1. Amiens vs Nantes ¶
Amiens will be hosting Nantes in their third fixture of the season. Amiens managed to beat Lille 1-0 in their last fixture, but they were aided by a red card to Boubakary Soumare. This victory was narrow, and it's worrying to see how they will perform against Nantes' full squad. Nantes, on the other hand, have had a sluggish start to the season, but they will be looking to make amends. They have a bad record of keeping clean sheets, but history is on their side, having won four of the previous five encounters with Amiens.
Match prediction: Nantes wins
Score prediction: 0-1
2. Angers vs Metz ¶
Angers will be facing Metz in their third fixture of the season. Angers suffered a humiliating defeat to Lyon and will be seeking to bounce back to winning ways. Metz, on the other hand, have been impressive, winning 3-0 against Monaco in one of the surprising upsets of the weekend. Their star striker Habib Diallo is on fire, and he will be the man to watch in this game.
Match prediction: Metz wins
Score prediction: 1-2
3. Brest vs Reims ¶
The Stade Bestois 89 will be hosting the Stade de Reims in their third fixture of the season. Brest are newly promoted, but they have shown that they have what it takes to remain at this level. They will be seeking to win at all costs, and their record at home will be to their advantage. Reims have been impressive, winning one and drawing one, and they will be hoping to dominate in every aspect of the game.
Match prediction: Reims wins
Score prediction: 1-2
4. Dijon vs Bordeaux ¶
The FCO Dijon will be facing the FC Girondins de Bordeaux in their third fixture of the season. Dijon have been unlucky not to pick any points so far, and they will be keen to get their first points in this game. Bordeaux manager Paolo Sousa has a headache of his own, having won only two games after being in charge of the club for 15 league games. Dijon has an impressive record at home, and they should have the upper hand in this fixture.
Match prediction: Dijon wins
Score prediction: 2-0
5. Monaco vs Nimes ¶
Monaco and Nimes are not in their best forms currently, having lost their two opening matches for the season. Both teams will be giving it their all in this fixture, and it's expected to be an exciting match. Monaco has a good squad, but it seems that the players have given up on their manager after he showed interest in moving to China.
Match prediction: Draw
Score prediction: 1-1
