Lyon vs Marseille prediction 04.02.2024

• Competition: Ligue 1
• Date: Sunday, 4th February 2024
• Kickoff: 19:45 UTC / 20:45 CET
• Venue: Parc Olympique Lyonnais (Lyon)

Lyon is having a dreadful season, as they remain in the perilous zone with a mere 16 points from 19 matches. However, there’s plenty of time for Lyon to dodge relegation, given that Metz, the first team just above the danger line, also has 16 points but with a marginally superior goal difference. Lyon conceded two of their last three matches across all competitions. In their most recent match, they suffered a 3-2 defeat at home to Rennes. The host team had a horrific first half, trailing 3-0 after 45 minutes. Although Lyon improved in the second half, netting two goals, they were ultimately unable to fully recover.

Marseille have not reached their anticipated performance level, currently positioned 7th in the league table. However, they are only five points behind Monaco, who sit in fourth place, indicating ample opportunity for Marseille to enhance their 2023/24 season standing. Their recent form has been lacklustre, winning just one of their last five matches. Their previous match against Monaco ended in a 2-2 draw at home. Despite a home side expected goal (xG) of 1.91 against the guests’ 0.39, Marseille could not secure a full three-point victory.

Lyon vs Marseille pick: Both teams to score &— yes

Lyon has consistently scored a minimum of one goal in their last seven games, while Marseille has managed to score at least one goal in five out of their last six matches. For this match-up, the safest betting option would be that both teams will score.