What is the best bet for Lyon vs Auxerre?

Based on AI analysis, the best bet is 'under 3.5' at odds of 1.42.

What are the latest odds for Lyon vs Auxerre?

The latest odds are: Home Win - 1.67, Draw - 4.1, Away Win - 5.5.

What is the predicted total goals (Under/Over) for Lyon vs Auxerre?

Our AI predicts the best bet for total goals in this match is 'under 3.5' goals. The available odds for this selection are 1.42.

What is the best 1X2 betting tip for Lyon vs Auxerre?

Our AI-powered prediction suggests that the best 1X2 bet for this match is '1'. The available odds for this selection are 1.67.

What is the predicted final score for Lyon vs Auxerre?

Our AI predicts a final score of 2:1.

What is the predicted halftime score for Lyon vs Auxerre?

Our AI predicts the halftime score will be .

What is the expected ball possession for Lyon vs Auxerre?

Our AI predicts Lyon will have 63% possession, while Auxerre will have 37% possession.

How many shots are expected in Lyon vs Auxerre?

The total number of shots is expected to be 21, with Lyon taking 12 shots and Auxerre taking 9 shots.

How many corners are predicted in Lyon vs Auxerre?

The match is expected to have a total of 7 corners, with Lyon earning 4 corners and Auxerre earning 3 corners.

What is the predicted number of yellow cards for Lyon vs Auxerre?

According to our AI prediction, this match is expected to have a total of 3 yellow cards. Lyon is projected to receive 1 yellow cards, while Auxerre is expected to receive 2 yellow cards.

What is the squad value of Lyon before the match against Auxerre?

The current estimated market value of Lyon is €282.55m. This reflects the financial strength of their squad before facing Auxerre.

What is the squad value of Auxerre before the match against Lyon?

The current estimated market value of Auxerre is €78.55m. This represents their squad’s financial standing before playing against Lyon.

How many goals are expected in the first half of Lyon vs Auxerre?

Our AI predicts that the first half of Lyon vs Auxerre will have a total of 0 goals, based on the predicted halftime score of .

How many total goals are expected in Lyon vs Auxerre?

According to our AI prediction, the match between Lyon and Auxerre is expected to have a total of 3 goals, based on the predicted full-time score of 2:1.

Lyon vs Auxerre Prediction

Finished

France

Ligue 1

Lyon

€282.55m

25 Apr09:00

3 : 2

Auxerre

€78.55m

Preview

Lyon vs Auxerre prediction: value, tempo and a tight finish

Lyon vs Auxerre prediction time, and the calendar says this one lands on 2026-04-25 at 14:00 GMT, with Lyon welcoming Auxerre to the Groupama Stadium for Ligue 1 (Matchday 31). On paper it looks like a classic “big budget vs brave underdog” story, but late-season football rarely follows the script for long.

Lyon arrive with their season finally pointing in the right direction. After a rough stretch that dragged on for weeks, they’ve flipped the mood with results that actually change a table, not just a headline. The latest was the kind of statement win fans remember: a 2-1 away victory at Paris Saint-Germain on 2026-04-19, when Lyon were priced at a huge 10.0. That result didn’t just add three points; it added belief.

Auxerre, meanwhile, are chasing a very different objective, but they’ve shown they can bite back on the road. Their 2-2 draw away at Monaco on 2026-04-19 was another surprise, especially with Auxerre priced around 5.5 to win. They won’t travel to Lyon expecting to dominate the ball, but they will travel expecting chances.

Match context, tactics, and what to watch

Lyon’s likely approach is familiar: control the rhythm, keep the ball moving, and make the pitch feel small for the visitors. With a squad value of €282.55m versus Auxerre’s €78.55m, Lyon can usually sustain pressure for longer spells and rotate quality in key areas. Auxerre’s best hope is to stay compact, survive Lyon’s first wave, then break quickly when spaces open.

Game state matters: if Lyon score first, they can turn this into a possession exercise and limit chaos.
Auxerre’s route: soak up pressure, then counter into the channels and target set pieces.
Head to head reminder: the last meeting on 2024-10-27 finished 2-2, so Auxerre won’t be intimidated by the badge.

That 2-2 head to head is a useful warning for bettors: Lyon can be the better team and still concede. But Lyon’s recent resilience—especially shown in Paris—suggests they’re now better at managing the uncomfortable moments.

Betting tips and AI picks for Lyon vs Auxerre

The market leans Lyon, and it’s not subtle. Current 1X2 odds are 1.67 for a home win, 4.1 for the draw, and 5.5 for an away win. Those prices match the story: Lyon are expected to drive the game, Auxerre are expected to resist and look for opportunistic punches.

Our best bet: Under 3.5 goals

NerdyTips sees the strongest angle in the totals market. The best wager is Under 3.5 goals (max three goals), rated 5.7/10 for confidence, at odds of 1.42. That pairs nicely with the match dynamics: Lyon possession without extreme shot volume, and Auxerre likely prioritising shape over shootouts.

Projected possession: Lyon 63% vs Auxerre 37% (a “Lyon controls, Auxerre reacts” script).
Projected shots: Lyon 12, Auxerre 9, with 3 shots on target each (suggesting chances, but not constant clear-cut ones).
Projected corners: 4-3 (7 total), pointing to pressure but not a siege.
Discipline: 1 yellow for Lyon, 2 for Auxerre—often a sign the away side defends more and stops transitions.

1X2 and correct score lean

The 1X2 model points to Lyon as well: Home win (1) with trust 4.9 and odds 1.67. It’s not a massive confidence score, which makes sense when you remember Auxerre’s recent road surprise at Monaco and the 2-2 head to head. Still, Lyon’s upward momentum and deeper squad tilt the long-run balance.

Final score prediction: 2-1, with a half-time score of 1-0. That fits both worlds: Lyon lead with control, Auxerre nick a moment, but Lyon finish the job.

If you’re keeping it simple, this Lyon vs Auxerre prediction comes down to backing Lyon’s control while respecting Auxerre’s ability to contribute. For most beginner bettors, the safest betting tips angle is Under 3.5 goals, with the home win as a logical secondary lean.

Lyon vs Auxerre prediction: value, tempo and a tight finish

Match context, tactics, and what to watch

Game state matters: if Lyon score first, they can turn this into a possession exercise and limit chaos.
Auxerre’s route: soak up pressure, then counter into the channels and target set pieces.
Head to head reminder: the last meeting on 2024-10-27 finished 2-2, so Auxerre won’t be intimidated by the badge.

Betting tips and AI picks for Lyon vs Auxerre

Our best bet: Under 3.5 goals

Projected possession: Lyon 63% vs Auxerre 37% (a “Lyon controls, Auxerre reacts” script).
Projected shots: Lyon 12, Auxerre 9, with 3 shots on target each (suggesting chances, but not constant clear-cut ones).
Projected corners: 4-3 (7 total), pointing to pressure but not a siege.
Discipline: 1 yellow for Lyon, 2 for Auxerre—often a sign the away side defends more and stops transitions.

1X2 and correct score lean

Final score prediction: 2-1, with a half-time score of 1-0. That fits both worlds: Lyon lead with control, Auxerre nick a moment, but Lyon finish the job.

AI Predictions

Warning

Auxerre can be saved from relegation!

Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Lyon vs Auxerre

U3.5 -238

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -238

5/10

1x2 Tip

1 -149

Lyon is expected to win with odds of -149

4/10

Total Goals

Under 3.5 -238

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match

5/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes -125

Both teams are expected to score

1/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&U4.5 -238

Home win/draw and under 4.5 goals

7/10

Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

2:1

Stats Predictions

1.1

0.79

63%

Ball Possession

37%

Total Shots

Shots on Goal

Shots Off Goal

Corners

Yellow Cards

Average / Match

0.99

Expected Goals

0.93

2.3

Total Goals

2.1

1.1

Goals Scored

1.1

1.2

Goals Against

54%

Possession

43%

11.9

Total Shots

10.5

4.1

Shots on Goal

3.4

4.8

Shots off Goal

3.7

11.5

Fouls

13.2

4.3

Corners

4.5

1.4

Offsides

1.6

1.9

Yellow Cards

1.6

479

Total Passes

346

Overview Last 10 Matches

Wins

Over 1.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 3.5 Goals

Both Teams Scored

Unexpected Wins

Unexpected Loses

Head to Head

4 - 3 - 2

Auxerre	^23-Nov-25 0:0	Lyon
Auxerre	^13-Apr-25 1:3	Lyon
Auxerre	^17-Feb-23 2:1	Lyon
Auxerre	^11-May-11 4:0	Lyon
Auxerre	^27-Nov-11 0:3	Lyon
Lyon	^27-Oct-24 2:2	Auxerre
Lyon	^31-Aug-22 2:1	Auxerre
Lyon	^22-Dec-10 1:1	Auxerre

Recent Matches of Lyon

10 May	L	Toulouse	2	Lyon	1
03 May	W	Lyon	4	Rennes	2
25 Apr	W	Lyon	3	Auxerre	2
19 Apr	W	Paris S	1	Lyon	2
12 Apr	W	Lyon	2	Lorient	0
05 Apr	D	Angers	0	Lyon	0
22 Mar	L	Lyon	1	Monaco	2
19 Mar	L	Lyon	0	Celta Vigo	2
15 Mar	D	Le Havre	0	Lyon	0
12 Mar	D	Celta Vigo	1	Lyon	1

Recent Matches Of Auxerre

10 May	W	Auxerre	2	Nice	1
03 May	W	Auxerre	3	Angers	1
25 Apr	L	Lyon	3	Auxerre	2
19 Apr	D	Monaco	2	Auxerre	2
11 Apr	D	Auxerre	0	Nantes	0
05 Apr	D	Le Havre	1	Auxerre	1
21 Mar	W	Auxerre	3	Brest	0
13 Mar	L	Marseille	1	Auxerre	0
07 Mar	D	Auxerre	0	Strasbourg	0
01 Mar	D	Lorient	2	Auxerre	2

France - Ligue 1

	Team	M	G	P
1	Paris Saint	32	71-27	73
2	Lens	32	62-33	67
3	Lille	33	52-35	61
4	Lyon	33	53-36	60
5	Rennes	33	58-47	59
6	Marseille	33	60-44	56
7	Monaco	33	56-49	54
8	Strasbourg	32	51-42	47
9	Lorient	33	48-49	45
10	Toulouse	33	47-46	44
11	Paris FC	33	45-49	41
12	Stade Brestois	32	41-52	38
13	Angers	33	28-47	35
14	Le Havre	33	30-44	32
15	Auxerre	33	32-44	31
16	Nice	33	37-60	31
17	Nantes	33	29-52	23
18	Metz	33	32-76	16

Lyon vs Auxerre

Lyon vs Auxerre prediction: value, tempo and a tight finish

Match context, tactics, and what to watch

Betting tips and AI picks for Lyon vs Auxerre

Our best bet: Under 3.5 goals

1X2 and correct score lean

Lyon vs Auxerre prediction: value, tempo and a tight finish

Match context, tactics, and what to watch

Betting tips and AI picks for Lyon vs Auxerre

Our best bet: Under 3.5 goals

1X2 and correct score lean

Warning

Best Tip

1x2 Tip

Total Goals

Both Teams To Score

Bet Builder Tip

Correct Score

Stats Predictions

Average / Match

Overview Last 10 Matches

Head to Head

Latest Matches

Recent Matches of Lyon

Recent Matches Of Auxerre

France - Ligue 1

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