Stade Brestois 29 vs Auxerre Prediction

Ligue 1 action returns to the Stade Francis-Le Blé as an in-form Stade Brestois hosts struggling Auxerre on Friday night. With Brest looking to continue their impressive home record and Auxerre desperate to end their winless run, this mid-table clash promises to be an intriguing encounter.

Key Stats

• Stade Brestois have won 6, drawn 1, and lost 3 of their home matches this season
• AJ Auxerre are winless in their last 10 matches across all competitions
• AJ Auxerre have a poor away record with just 1 win and 1 draw on their travels
• Brest have won three of their last five matches, showing strong recent form
• The hosts have scored 33 goals while conceding 36 in 21 matches this season

Team Previews, Form and Standout Players

Stade Brestois 29 Preview

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Stade Brestois Predicted Lineup: Bizot; Chardonnet, Lala, Ndiaye, Zogbe; Magnetti, Lees Melou; Faivre, Pereira Lage, Del Castillo; Ajorque

Brest are enjoying a solid campaign under Éric Roy, currently sitting in 8th place with 31 points from 21 matches. Their recent 2-0 victory against Nantes showcased their attacking prowess and defensive solidity, extending their winning streak to two matches.

Ludovic Ajorque has been crucial to their success, scoring twice in recent matches, while Romain Faivre continues to pull the strings in midfield with an impressive 85.15% pass accuracy. Their home form has been particularly impressive, making them formidable opponents at the Stade Francis-Le Blé.

AJ Auxerre Preview

Formation: 4-3-3

AJ Auxerre Predicted Lineup: Leon; Jubal, Diomande, Osho, Akpa; Owusu, Massengo, Mensah; Sinayoko, Aye, Bair

Auxerre's season has been marked by inconsistency, with the team currently occupying 11th place. Their recent 2-2 draw against Toulouse, where they surrendered a late lead, epitomizes their struggles to close out matches.

Han-Noah Massengo has been a bright spot in midfield, providing 9 key passes in his last 4 appearances. However, their away form has been particularly concerning, with just one win on their travels this season.

Head-to-Head Stats: Stade Brestois 29 vs AJ Auxerre

Recent Meetings:

27.09.24 - AJ Auxerre 3-0 Stade Brestois 29

14.05.23 - Stade Brestois 29 1-0 AJ Auxerre

02.10.22 - AJ Auxerre 1-1 Stade Brestois 29

11.02.19 - Stade Brestois 29 1-0 AJ Auxerre

31.08.18 - AJ Auxerre 0-2 Stade Brestois 29

Betting Tips for Stade Brestois 29 vs Auxerre

Our betting experts are backing Stade Brestois 29 to Win as the top tip for this clash. The hosts' strong home record, combined with Auxerre's poor away form, makes this an attractive betting opportunity. Brest's recent momentum and Auxerre's extended winless run further support this prediction.

Stade Brestois 29 To Win - 11/10 - Winnings: £21

(Odds are subject to change)

Final Prediction: Stade Brestois 29 vs AJ Auxerre

Stade Brestois 2-0 AJ Auxerre

We expect Stade Brestois 29 to maintain their winning momentum with a comfortable victory. Their superior home form and attacking threats through Ajorque and Faivre should prove too much for an Auxerre side struggling on their travels. While Auxerre have shown they can score goals, Brest's recent defensive improvements suggest they could secure a clean sheet in this encounter.