Angers SCO - Auxerre predictions

Though Angers SCO definitely have a shot at winning this match, they’ll need to work for it. Auxerre are somewhat stronger, but the home-field advantage may be what the hosts need to shift the balance in their favour.

The visitors understand the difficulty of the task at hand. To beat Angers SCO on their own turf would be a major feat, and it is always a tough challenge.

The hosts can count themselves fortunate to have avoided a bigger defeat in their last Ligue 1 outing. They were seen as the 10.00 underdogs to claim what would have been a rather shocking away win and a narrow Lille beating they took will not leave too deep a dent in their confidence.

In their previous outing, Auxerre didn’t have much of a chance despite the home-field advantage. They were up against Olympique Marseille, a far stronger team, who snagged a lead in the first half and strolled their way to a 0:1.

Angers SCO have a notably poor defensive record when it comes to playing as visitors. We’re mostly referring to the 5 conceded goals over their latest 3 away games. They are playing as hosts this time around, but you should be aware before you put down any money.

The previous two matches Auxerre played at home ended without much excitement. Neither featured more than a single goal.

Angers SCO have a 2-point buffer zone between them and the relegation zone. Though it’s still early in the season, they’ll have to work hard if they want to consider this season a success before the end.

Snatching some points in this showdown won’t be easy, but Auxerre desperately need them. Although the season just got underway, being stuck in the relegation zone is not good for their confidence – or their long-term ambitions.

Looking back at the head-to-head history of this matchup, it’s understandable why most bookmakers online decided to price a home win at 2.62. They soundly defeated Auxerre last season, and it’s reasonable to expect another triumph.

A Double Chance wager on Home or Draw is probably the smartest way of going about things in this particular matchup. It’s still somewhat risky but should provide enough value at the odds of 1.44.