Football Result

Rémy Cabella 37'
Chuba Akpom 86' Pen
Sergio Akieme 60'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
60.4%
22.2%
17.4%
We made the right call.
Power Comparison in the League
0.715
0.465
Game Stats
Goals
2
1
Shots on Target
5
2
Shots
21
5
Possession
78.3%
21.7%
Fouls
11
7
Yellow Cards
0
1
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
10
3
Offsides
1
3
Saves
1
3
Team Formations
4-2-3-1
5-4-1


Location
Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy, Lille, France
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
Recent Matches before the game
Lille
L D W W W
Stade de Reims
L L D W W
2025-05-18 | Game Summary

Lille emerged victorious against Stade de Reims in their French Ligue 1 clash on May 17, 2025, with a final score of 2-1. The match, held at Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Lille, saw Lille dominate possession with 78.3% compared to Stade de Reims' 21.7%. Lille also registered a higher number of shots, with 21 in total, although only 5 were on target. Stade de Reims managed 5 shots, with 2 hitting the target.
Rémy Cabella opened the scoring for Lille in the 37th minute, giving the home side a lead going into halftime. Sergio Akieme equalized for Stade de Reims in the 60th minute. A late penalty converted by Chuba Akpom in the 86th minute sealed the win for Lille. Lille committed more fouls, with 11 compared to Stade de Reims' 7, but only Stade de Reims received a yellow card.
The AI-powered pre-game prediction correctly anticipated a Lille win, aligning with the actual result. The AI model, however, did not expect a balanced game, reflecting Lille's higher team rate (0.715) compared to Stade de Reims (0.465). The predicted win probability for Lille was 60.4%, further indicating their expected dominance.
Lille's recent form has been mixed, with two wins, two losses and a draw in their previous five matches. Their attacking prowess was evident in this game, although their shot conversion rate could be improved. Stade de Reims, on the other hand, has struggled recently, losing three of their last five games, winning two and drawing one. Their upcoming Coupe de France match against Paris Saint-Germain will be a significant challenge, considering PSG's strong form, which includes winning four of their last five games in all competitions, and the fact that PSG is scheduled to play at home.
Considering their recent head-to-head record, where PSG is unbeaten in the last five games against Stade de Reims (2W, 3D), Reims needs to improve their defense, if they want to have success against Paris Saint-Germain. Lille has won three of the last five matches against Stade de Reims.

2025-05-16 | Pre-game insights

Football fans, mark your calendars! On May 17, 2025, Lille will face Stade de Reims at the Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy in a highly anticipated French Ligue 1 clash. An AI prediction model gives Lille a 60.4% chance of winning, while Stade de Reims has only a 17.4% chance, and a draw is predicted with a probability of 22.2%. The model gives Lille a strength rating of 0.715, considerably higher than Stade de Reims' 0.465.
Looking at Lille's recent form, they have been somewhat inconsistent, with two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five matches. Their attacking midfielder, Edon Zhegrova, will be key to unlocking the Stade de Reims defense. On the other hand, Stade de Reims has struggled lately, losing three of their last five games, with one win and one draw. Their star striker, Folarin Balogun (on loan from Arsenal), will need to be at his best to trouble Lille's defense.
Historically, Lille has had the upper hand in recent head-to-head matches. This match promises to be an intriguing battle between Lille's attacking prowess and Stade de Reims' determination to defy the odds. Will the AI's prediction hold true, or can Stade de Reims pull off an upset?