Wednesday 23/04/2014, 19:30, France Ligue 1, Round 34, Toulouse vs Lyon

Toulouse vs Lyon Betting Preview

Lyon played 5 games this month and most of them were matches of critical importance, against better teams. They lost both games against Juventus but put up quite a fight and went down by the odd goal, while winning once against PSG. The problem is that they lost the Coupe de France final to the same team and they are still trailing St Etienne for the 4th place that sends a team in Europa League.

Toulouse vs Lyon Betting Odds

At William Hill

Toulouse 2.60, Draw 3.30, Lyon 2.70

Toulouse vs Lyon Betting Tips

One of the main concerns for Lyon is that the team has 5 players unavailable, all but Vercourte being sidelined with injuries. Fatigue took its toll and the fact that at the end of the day it was all in vain, only made matters worse for coach Garde and his players.

They need to pick up the pieces and make the most of what they've got left, because the only way to salvage the season is by overtaking St Etienne. Lyon has a game in hand and sits just three points behind but they have a difficult schedule ahead and they can't afford to lose points tonight.

The hosts are far less enthusiastic about this match, as they are 10 points behind Lyon but have a lead just as wide over the teams in the relegation area. What needed to be done no longer matters, but they still have a card to play and can complicate the mission of the teams still fighting for a something.

Toulouse has its fair share of injuries and with 7 players watching the match from the stands, they are less likely to be a competitive team. Ben Basat is the only striker unfit to play, so it is only fair to assume that the hosts will be using the 4-4-2 starting formation with Ben Yedder and Braithwaite up front.

Key Facts

• Gourcuff is the only important player missing tonight for Lyon, but Gomis and Lacazette will spearhead the offensive, while Briand could also join them at one point.
• Toulouse is yet to win a road game against Lyon and they only won 5 in front of their fans

Toulouse vs Lyon Betting Prediction

The hosts lost the last two games and scored a single goal, so the odds of them capitalizing on Lyon's injuries-ridden defensive are slim. Backing the visitors to win will result in odds of 2.60, but a draw no bet wager is still good enough for those who are more concerned about alleviating the risks.

Bet: Lyon Draw no Bet @ 2.05 with William Hill