Football Result

Lassine Sinayoko 77'
Georges Mikautadze 54' Pen
Rayan Cherki 62'
Alexandre Lacazette 84'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
33.4%
27.3%
39.3%
That went as expected.
Power Comparison in the League
[legacy approach]
0.469
0.718
Game Stats
Goals
1
3
Shots on Target
3
7
Shots
14
13
Possession
40.6%
59.4%
Fouls
11
9
Yellow Cards
3
1
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
3
6
Offsides
1
5
Saves
4
1
Team Formations
5-4-1
4-2-3-1


Location
Stade de l'Abbe-Deschamps, Auxerre, France
Attendance
17,511
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
Recent Matches before the game
AJ Auxerre
W W D W L
Lyon
D W L W W
2025-04-14 | Game Summary

In this French Ligue 1 match on April 13, 2025, Lyon defeated AJ Auxerre 3-1 at the Stade de l'Abbu00e9-Deschamps. Lyon's victory aligned with the AI pre-game prediction, which favored a Lyon win, correctly identifying the outcome of the match. The AI model didn't anticipate a perfectly balanced game, which proved accurate as Lyon dominated possession with 59.4% compared to Auxerre's 40.6%.
The match saw Georges Mikautadze open the scoring for Lyon with a penalty in the 54th minute. Rayan Cherki extended Lyon's lead in the 62nd minute, followed by a goal from Alexandre Lacazette in the 84th minute. Lassine Sinayoko scored a consolation goal for Auxerre in the 77th minute. Lyon had more shots on target (7) than Auxerre (3), despite Auxerre having more total shots (14 vs. 13).
Auxerre committed more fouls (11) and received more yellow cards (3) than Lyon (9 fouls, 1 yellow card). The goalkeepers had contrasting evenings, with Lyon's keeper making only one save compared to Auxerre's four saves. Auxerre played in a 5-4-1 formation, while Lyon utilized a 4-2-3-1 setup.
Analyzing the teams' recent form, Auxerre had shown a mixed bag of results, with recent wins against Stade Rennais and Montpellier, a draw against Nice, and a loss to Strasbourg, indicating inconsistent performance. Lyon, on the other hand, had secured wins against Lille and Le Havre in Ligue 1, alongside a draw against Manchester United in the Europa League and a loss against Strasbourg.
Considering their upcoming match, Auxerre faces a tough challenge against Lille on April 20, 2025. Lille's recent form includes wins against Toulouse and Lens, but also losses to Lyon and Nantes, suggesting they are a strong but beatable team. Head-to-head records show a history of close games between Auxerre and Lille. Lyon will face Saint-Etienne on April 20, 2025, in a local derby. Saint-Etienne has struggled recently, suffering heavy defeats to Lens and PSG. Given Lyon's recent form and superior team rate (0.722 compared to Saint-Etienne's 0.498), Lyon will likely be favorites for that match.
Comparing this game to previous encounters, the scoreline reflects Lyon's overall dominance and superior quality compared to Auxerre. Lyon's consistent goal-scoring form, as evidenced by their recent matches, played a crucial role in securing the victory. Auxerre's defensive frailties were exposed by Lyon's attacking prowess.

2025-04-12 | Pre-game insights

On April 13, 2025, Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps in Auxerre will host a French Ligue 1 match between AJ Auxerre and Lyon. AI algorithms predict a Lyon victory, despite Auxerre's recent winning streak in Ligue 1. The AI gives Auxerre a 33.4% chance of winning on their home turf, while Lyon has a slightly higher probability at 39.3%. A draw is considered a 27.3% possibility.
Lyon, boasting a team rate of 0.718 compared to Auxerre's 0.469, enters the match after a hard-fought draw against Manchester United in the Europa League. Their star midfielder, Houssem Aouar, will be key to dictating the tempo, while the prolific striker, Alexandre Lacazette, is expected to lead the attack. However, Lyon will need to improve their defensive record.
Auxerre, despite being the underdog, has shown resilience in their recent Ligue 1 fixtures, with important victories against Stade Rennais and Montpellier. Their defensive organization has been key to their recent form. Can Auxerre defy the AI's prediction, or will Lyon's star power prevail? The match promises to be a thrilling encounter.