Ligue 1 2024-2025: Lille vs Lens Prediction

Lille

Home Team
65%
VS

Lens

Away Team
17%
Draw: 18%
Over 2.5: 62%
Under 2.5: 38%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Paris SG 26 21 5 0 73 25 48 68
2 Marseille 26 15 4 7 53 33 20 49
3 Monaco 26 14 5 7 51 32 19 47
4 Nice 26 13 8 5 50 31 19 47
5 Lyon 26 13 6 7 50 33 17 45
6 Lille 26 12 8 6 40 28 12 44
7 Strasbourg 26 12 7 7 41 33 8 43
8 Lens 26 11 6 9 31 29 2 39
9 Brest 26 11 4 11 38 40 -2 37
10 Toulouse 26 9 7 10 33 29 4 34
11 Auxerre 26 8 8 10 37 39 -2 32
12 Rennes 26 9 2 15 35 37 -2 29
13 Nantes 26 6 9 11 29 43 -14 27
14 Angers 26 7 6 13 26 42 -16 27
15 Reims 26 5 8 13 26 40 -14 23
16 St Etienne 26 6 5 15 27 57 -30 23
17 Le Havre 26 6 3 17 26 55 -29 21
18 Montpellier 26 4 3 19 21 61 -40 15

Recent Trends

Lille ❌ ✅ ❌ ✅ ✅

  • Last Match: ❌ vs Nantes (Goals: 0 - 1)
  • 2nd Last Match: ✅ vs Montpellier (Goals: 1 - 0)
  • 3rd Last Match: ❌ vs Paris SG (Goals: 1 - 4)
  • 4th Last Match: ✅ vs Monaco (Goals: 2 - 1)
  • 5th Last Match: ✅ vs Rennes (Goals: 2 - 0)

Lens ✅ ✅ ❌ ❌ ❌

  • Last Match: ✅ vs Rennes (Goals: 1 - 0)
  • 2nd Last Match: ✅ vs Marseille (Goals: 1 - 0)
  • 3rd Last Match: ❌ vs Le Havre (Goals: 3 - 4)
  • 4th Last Match: ❌ vs Nantes (Goals: 1 - 3)
  • 5th Last Match: ❌ vs Strasbourg (Goals: 0 - 2)

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Lille

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.73
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.95
# Clean Sheets: 2

Lens

Average Expected Goals (xG): 2.13
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 2.35
# Clean Sheets: 2

Key Prediction Insights

In the upcoming clash between Lille and Lens, Lille is favored with a 65.0% probability of victory, while Lens holds a 17.0% chance, and a draw stands at 18.0%. The match is expected to feature more than 2.5 goals, with a 62.0% likelihood of such an outcome. In the Ligue 1 standings, Lille is positioned 6th with 44 points, while Lens is in 8th place with 39 points.

Match Analysis

Lille's recent performances have been a mixed bag, with a win against Montpellier and losses to Nantes and Paris SG. Their ability to bounce back from setbacks is evident, as they recorded a clean sheet victory against Montpellier. Lille’s offensive prowess is showcased by their average of 2.0 goals scored over the last five games, although their defense needs tightening, as they concede an average of 1.0 goals. They have managed two clean sheets in this period, demonstrating occasional defensive solidity. On the other hand, Lens has shown resilience with two wins in their last three matches, including a notable away victory against Marseille. However, their defense has been leaky, as seen in their unexpected home loss to Le Havre, where they conceded four goals. Lens averages 1.2 goals scored and conceded per game in their last five outings. Their expected goals metrics suggest that they are creating ample opportunities, averaging 2.128 xG, but their defense remains a concern with an expected goals conceded of 2.352.

Final Prediction

Lille’s edge in this encounter stems from their stronger league position and superior recent goal-scoring form. Their ability to convert chances and secure clean sheets could prove decisive. A key factor to watch will be Lille's offensive execution against Lens' vulnerable defense, which could tilt the match in favor of the home side.