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Ligue 1: Auxerre vs Saint-Etienne
Kickoff Time: 2025-01-25 03:45 (HKT)
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In the last round, Auxerre lost 0-2 away to Angers, marking their seventh consecutive match across all competitions without a win, leaving them in a rather low state of form. Currently, Auxerre ranks 11th in the Ligue 1 standings with a record of six wins, four draws, and eight losses. As a newly promoted team, Auxerre’s goal this season is undoubtedly to avoid relegation. Although their recent performances have not been ideal, the overall situation regarding their relegation battle is still relatively optimistic. From a statistical perspective, Auxerre has scored 24 goals and conceded 28 goals in the league so far, indicating a rather average performance on both offensive and defensive fronts. However, it is worth noting that Auxerre has been very strong at home, achieving a commendable record of five wins, three draws, and one loss in their nine home matches so far, including a draw against Paris Saint-Germain. Their formidable home strength should not be underestimated.
In the last round, Saint-Etienne drew 1-1 at home against Nantes, and their recent form has been unsatisfactory, with only one win, one draw, and three losses in their last five matches. Currently, Saint-Etienne sits 17th in the Ligue 1 standings with a record of five wins, two draws, and 11 losses. Also a newly promoted team, Saint-Etienne’s overall performance is significantly behind that of Auxerre, and their relegation situation is also not looking optimistic. Statistically, Saint-Etienne has scored only 17 goals and conceded 38 goals in the league, indicating not only a lack of attacking firepower but also a poor defense. Additionally, Saint-Etienne is a typical “away team,” having recorded a dismal one draw and eight losses in their nine away matches, making it difficult for them to secure a win.
Although both teams are newly promoted, Auxerre’s overall strength and performance are clearly superior to that of Saint-Etienne. Furthermore, Auxerre has always been strong at home, while Saint-Etienne has struggled significantly in away matches. In summary, with home advantage, Auxerre is undoubtedly more trustworthy.
Auxerre’s Last 5 Games: LDLLD
25-01-20 Angers 2-0 Auxerre
25-01-11 Auxerre 0-0 Lille
25-01-05 Strasbourg 3-1 Auxerre
24-12-22 Auxerre 0-1 Dunkerque
24-12-15 Auxerre 2-2 Lens
Saint-Etienne’s Last 5 Games: DLWLL
25-01-19 Saint-Etienne 1-1 Nantes
25-01-13 Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 Saint-Etienne
25-01-05 Saint-Etienne 3-1 Reims
24-12-22 Saint-Etienne 0-4 Marseille
24-12-14 Toulouse 2-1 Saint-Etienne
Head To Head Record:
24-10-05 Saint-Etienne 3-1 Auxerre
24-03-09 Saint-Etienne 1-0 Auxerre
23-11-12 Auxerre 5-2 Saint-Etienne
22-05-30 Saint-Etienne 1-1 Auxerre
22-05-27 Auxerre 1-1 Saint-Etienne
Prediction: Auxerre to win