Lyon take on the visitors Strasbourg in the round 3 match of French Ligue 1. The match will be played on Friday, August 30th at Parc Olympique Lyonnais (Lyon).
Lyon's rough start this season is somewhat surprising. Despite the team's financial strengthening after last season's failure, where they lacked a proper preseason, the 6th-placed team in Ligue 1 has yet to pick up steam or find the back of the net. The fact that several players, including captain Alexandre Lacazette, were involved in the Olympics has also taken its toll. After the Olympics, Lacazette has struggled to regain his form, leaving Lyon's attack silent. At the start of the season, Sague's side suffered a 0-3 defeat to Rennes away in a vibrant match, followed by a 0-2 loss at home to Monaco. This mirrors the story of last season, where Lyon found themselves at the bottom for about 7-9 rounds before starting to correct their issues. However, this time, they need to address their problems more quickly, as European competitions, which Lyon missed out on for several seasons, are on the horizon. Therefore, the upcoming match against Strasbourg before the international break is of great importance.
| 2 x £10 Free Bet | Review | |||
| 100$-500$ for No Lose Free Bets | Review | |||
| 100% up to £200 | Review | |||
| Not available | Review |
Last season, Strasbourg finished 13th, relaxing considerably at the end of the championship when they knew they wouldn't be relegated. This season's start has been promising for the visitors, who had an intense preseason, playing eight friendly matches over 1.5 months, building a strong foundation for the season. Liam Rosenior's side has not disappointed in the early rounds of the championship, picking up 4 points from the first two matches. They first held Montpellier to a 1-1 draw away and then secured a 3-1 home victory over a bright and always ambitious Rennes, who had thrashed Lyon in the first round. Now, Strasbourg, a sister club of Chelsea, will look to spoil the mood of Lyon and its American owner, John Textor.
I believe we could very well see Strasbourg continue their unbeaten run after this match, with good odds to back it up. Strasbourg has started the season much more effectively, with Rosenior's team having had a more fruitful preseason with a full squad compared to Lyon. Lyon played fewer games (6 vs. 8) and couldn't utilize all their key players this summer due to the Olympics, affecting their preparations for the start of the championship. Currently, Strasbourg looks superior to Lyon in terms of performance, so backing the visitors with a double chance at these odds is definitely worth a try.
Prediction for the match: Strasbourg not to lose (X2).
