Played: final score 2–0. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Lyon are at home to Angers on 1 November 2026 · 16:15 at Groupama Stadium (Lyon), with Marc Bollengier as the referee. Our favourites are Lyon (67%). Further down: our tip, estimated probabilities, absences and our analysis of the match.
Lyon vs Angers: match preview and analysis
How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Lyon are 3rd with 17 points after 9 matches (5W 2D 2L), whereas Angers are 15th with 8 points (2W 2D 5L).
- Attack and defence. Lyon have scored 1.6 and conceded 0.9 goals per game on average in this competition; Angers average 1.1 scored and 1.9 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Lyon: 4W 2D 2L, goals 13–7; Angers: 2W 2D 4L, goals 9–15.
- Head to head. In their 19 meetings so far, Lyon have 14 wins, Angers have 2 wins and 3 draws have been recorded; the goals stand at 42–15.
What to expect
Lyon should have the edge here, in our view. Our projected score is 2–1, about 3 goals combined, and 2–0 (11.5%) is the single most probable outcome. We think this will be an open match with plenty of goals.
Our tip for goals is Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.51), and our probability for it is 64%. We estimate both teams scoring at 51% and over 2.5 goals at 57%.
Prediction: key points
- Meetings: 19; Lyon 14 wins, 3 draws, Angers 2 wins.
- Meetings between these sides have averaged 3.0 goals.
- Goals scored and conceded in this competition: Lyon 13–7, Angers 9–15.
- We are expecting about 3 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 57%.
- Absent: Lyon 5, Angers 1.
Alternative tip: Over 2.5 goals
Alternative pick: Over 2.5 goals (probability 57%, best available odds 1.75). Our projection of about 3 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Lyon are missing: S. Kango, T. Morton, L. Openda, M. Ouedraogo, P. Sulc. Angers are without: A. El Ouazzani. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
Lyon vs Angers: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 1.46 | 5.09 | 8.00 |
| Market average | 1.42 | 4.79 | 7.41 |
| Lowest odds | 1.39 | 4.50 | 6.50 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.22 | 1.20 | 78.6% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.75 | 1.66 | 57.4% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.32 | 2.24 | 42.6% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.72 | 2.63 | 35.9% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.87 | 1.84 | 50.6% |
| BTTS – no | 1.95 | 1.89 | 49.4% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 1/11/26, 13:03. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 4.9%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Lyon 2–0 Angers, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Lyon 3rd (17 points), Angers 15th (8 points).
- Form in the competition: Lyon 4W 2D 2L (13:7), Angers 2W 2D 4L (9:15).
- H2H: 19 matches: Lyon 14W 3D 2L, goals 42–15.
- Absences: Lyon 5, Angers 1.
Who will win Lyon vs Angers?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the top available odds are bigger than the fair odds, there is value in the price. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider less than 50%.
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Lyon vs Angers: who is missing
Lyon
- S. Kangoconcussion · will miss the match
- T. Mortongroin injury · will miss the match
- L. Opendaabsence · will miss the match
- M. Ouedraogoknee injury · will miss the match
- P. Sulcknee injury · will miss the match
Angers
- A. El Ouazzanigroin injury · will miss the match
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Lyon vs Angers: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 | 6-2-1 | 21:10 | 20 | |
| 2 | 9 | 5-3-1 | 12:6 | 18 | |
| 3 | 9 | 5-2-2 | 15:7 | 17 | |
| 4 | 9 | 5-2-2 | 16:10 | 17 | |
| 5 | 9 | 5-1-3 | 20:19 | 16 | |
| 6 | 9 | 5-0-4 | 20:13 | 15 | |
| 7 | 9 | 4-3-2 | 12:10 | 15 | |
| 8 | 9 | 4-2-3 | 13:12 | 14 | |
| 9 | 9 | 4-1-4 | 16:13 | 13 | |
| 10 | 9 | 3-3-3 | 16:12 | 12 | |
| 11 | 9 | 3-3-3 | 7:8 | 12 | |
| 12 | 9 | 2-4-3 | 12:13 | 10 | |
| 13 | 9 | 3-1-5 | 17:19 | 10 | |
| 14 | 9 | 3-1-5 | 13:23 | 10 | |
| 15 | 9 | 2-2-5 | 9:17 | 8 | |
| 16 | 9 | 2-2-5 | 7:16 | 8 | |
| 17 | 9 | 1-4-4 | 11:18 | 7 | |
| 18 | 9 | 0-2-7 | 9:20 | 2 |
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What is the best tip for Lyon vs Angers?
Our result tip is Lyon to win (odds 1.46), and our goals tip is Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.51). The safer pick is Lyon or draw (1X).
Who will win Lyon vs Angers?
Our probabilities: Lyon to win 67%, a draw 20%, Angers to win 13%.
What time and where is kick-off?
1 November 2026, kick-off at 16:15, at Groupama Stadium, Lyon. Referee: Marc Bollengier.
Who will be missing?
Lyon: S. Kango, T. Morton, L. Openda, M. Ouedraogo, P. Sulc. Angers: A. El Ouazzani. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 57% (odds 1.75); under 2.5 goals is at 43% (odds 2.32).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 51% probability (odds 1.87).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 2–0 (11.5%); after that come 1–0 (10.7%) and 2–1 (9.8%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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