AJ Auxerre vs Saint-Etienne Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds
AJA will take on Les Verts on matchday 19 in the Ligue 1.
Auxerre will lock horns against Les Verts on Friday evening at Abbe Deschamps. Despite their poor form, they stand a very good chance of adding three more points to their tally in round 19. Even though they play at home they will have to be at their best to get a good result for sure.
Only a single draw prevents Auxerre from having nothing to show for their previous three games. Auxerre claimed three wins in their last six matches at home in Ligue 1 and will look to get another win at home which will surely boost their confidence.
A lot of work needs to be done for Saint Etienne to get out of the relegation zone. They achieved a win, a loss and a draw in their previous three matches. They have failed to win a single league game away from home in the last six fixtures and poor defence has been a big issue for them.
They have played 18 games till now and have got 17 points, this upcoming fixture will surely get them out of the danger zone if they get all three points. This will be a mouthwatering clash for sure.
Kick-Off:
Friday, 24 Jan 2025 at 07:45 PM UK
Saturday, 25 Jan 2025 at 01:15 AM IST
Location: Stade de Abbe Deschamps
Form
AJ Auxerre (in all competitions): L-D-L-L-D
Saint-Etienne (in all competitions): D-L-W-L-L
Players to Watch
Hamed Traore (AJ Auxerre)
Troare’s sharp off-the-movement, high-volume ball-carrying, and well-rounded defensive game make him a formidable presence on the pitch. Thanks to his medium-range passing and ability to switch from one side to another, he is a formidable force on the field. He efficiently presses opponents, regularly intercepts the ball, and launches counterattacks.
Traore’s work rate makes him special, and he is loved by the fans. In 15 games, he has scored seven goals and provided one assist.
Zuriko Davitashvili (Saint-Etienne)
He likes to be fielded in a free role as an attacking midfielder, where he is given space to roam the pitch. Zuriko is a very intelligent player who very smartly is able to find space between the lines. A creative player with good technical ability, 1 vs 1 short dribbling skills, close ball control, fast direction shifts in possession and vision to make through passes.
The Georgian is able to produce powerful and dangerous runs up the field on the counterattack. His set-piece deliveries are also top-notch and with his delivery, he is able to provide assists to his teammates. In 17 games, he scored six goals and provided two assists.
Match Facts
- The winner of their last meeting were Saint-Etienne
- The average number of goals in meetings between AJ Auxerre and AS Saint-Etienne is 3.2
- When Saint Etienne lead 0-1 away, they win 71% of their matches.
AJ Auxerre vs Saint-Etienne: Betting Tips & Odds
- Tip 1 – AJ Auxerre to win this fixture – 10/11 by bet365
- Tip 2 – Both teams to score
- Tip 3 – Goals scored over 1.5
Injury and Team News
For AJ Auxerre, Kevin Danois, Ousoumane Camara and Ange Loic will all be out due to injuries and Osho will be suspended for the upcoming fixture.
For Saint Etienne, Ibrahima Wadji, Yvann Macon, Ben Old and Thomas Monconduit all are out due to injuries.
Head-to-Head
Matches: 34
AJ Auxerre: 13
Saint-Etienne: 7
Draws: 14
Predicted Lineups
AJ Auxerre Predicted Lineup (5-4-1):
Leon (GK); Hoever, Diomande, Agouzoul, Akpa, Mensah; Perrin, Owusu, Massengo, Traore; Sinayoko
Saint-Etienne Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):
Larsonneur (GK); Appiah, Batubinsika, Nade, Petrot; Bouchouari, Fomba, Mouton; Guessan, Stassin, Davitashvili
Match Prediction
Both teams’ playing styles are very different. This will surely be an exciting fixture to watch. Saint Etienne will look to get all points out of the relegation zone.
Both teams have been very inconsistent in the last few fixtures and will look to improve their performance as soon as possible. Most probably the home team will win this fixture.
Prediction: AJ Auxerre 3-2 Saint-Etienne
Telecast details
India: GXR World
UK: beIN Sports, Ligue 1 Pass
USA: fubo TV, beIN Sports
Nigeria: Canal+Sport 2 Afrique
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