Olympique Lyonnais (4th, 54 pts) enter this matchup against AJ Auxerre (16th, 25 pts) on a 2-match winning streak, with a recent victory over Paris Saint-Germain FC (2-1). Lyon boasts a solid home record, averaging 1.5 goals scored per game this season. In contrast, Auxerre struggles on the road, with only 5 wins out of 30 matches played this season, highlighting a significant disparity in form and league standing.

Lyon's last five matches show a form string of WWDDL, netting a total of 4 goals and conceding 4. Recent wins against FC Lorient (2-0) and Paris Saint-Germain (2-1) suggest a resurgence in attacking form. Meanwhile, Auxerre has a form string of DDDWL, scoring only 5 goals and conceding 8 in their last five outings. Their last match ended in a 2-2 draw against AS Monaco FC, but they have struggled to find consistent scoring, evidenced by 3 consecutive draws.

Lyon currently sits in 4th place with 54 points from 30 matches, holding a record of 16 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses, averaging 1.5 goals scored and 1 goal conceded per game. Their home record stands at 9 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses, showcasing their strength at Stade de Gerland. On the other hand, Auxerre is 16th with 25 points, having won only 5 matches this season (5W-10D-15L) and averaging 0.83 goals scored while conceding 1.3 goals per game, reflecting their struggles throughout the season.

• 1Lyon has a strong home record, winning 9 of their last 14 matches.
• 2Auxerre's away scoring average is just 0.83 goals per game this season.
• 3Lyon's defense only allows 1 goal per game on average, showcasing their stability.