Fixture Overview
- Competition: UEFA Europa League
- Date & Time: October 3, 04:00 (GMT+8)
- Teams: Olympique Lyonnais (€180.20m squad value) vs Red Bull Salzburg (€133.00m squad value)
Key Statistical Insights
- Team Value Comparison: Lyon’s squad value (€180.20m) moderately exceeds Salzburg’s (€133.00m), indicating a quality advantage for the home side.
- Probability & Odds Analysis:
- Home Win: 0.53 odds (High probability)
- Draw: 4.8 odds
- Away Win: 3.25 odds Lyon are clear favorites according to bookmakers
- AI Prediction Analysis:
- Best Tip: Lyon to Win (1) – Odds: 0.53, Rating: 10/10
- Alternative: 1×2 Tip (Lyon Win) – Odds: 0.53, Rating: 10/10
- Total Goals: Under 3.5 – Odds: N/A, Rating: 4/10
- Both Teams To Score: No – Odds: 0.98, Rating: 1/10
- Bet Builder Tip: 1X & Under 4.5 Goals – Odds: 0.36, Rating: 6/10
- Score Prediction: Half-Time 1:0, Full-Time 2:0
Statistical Predictions
Based on the stats predictions chart:
- Ball Possession: Lyon 66% vs Salzburg 34%
- Total Shots: Lyon 14 vs Salzburg 9
- Shots on Goal: Lyon 4 vs Salzburg 2
- Shots Off Goal: Lyon 5 vs Salzburg 3
- Corners: Lyon 6 vs Salzburg 2
- Yellow Cards: Lyon 1 vs Salzburg 2 Lyon is expected to dominate all statistical categories
Average Match Data
- Total Goals: Lyon 2.2 vs Salzburg 3.4
- Goals Scored: Lyon 1.6 vs Salzburg 2.0
- Goals Against: Lyon 0.6 vs Salzburg 1.4
- Possession: Lyon 55% vs Salzburg 59%
- Total Shots: Lyon 11.7 vs Salzburg 15.2
- Shots on Goal: Lyon 4.6 vs Salzburg 4.7 Salzburg shows slightly better offensive metrics
Form Guide (Last 10 Matches)
- Wins: Lyon 8 vs Salzburg 5
- Over 1.5 Goals: Lyon 5 vs Salzburg 9
- Over 2.5 Goals: Lyon 5 vs Salzburg 8
- Over 3.5 Goals: Lyon 2 vs Salzburg 5
- Both Teams Scored: Lyon 3 vs Salzburg 6
- Unexpected Results: None for either team Lyon shows better recent form with more wins
Tactical Analysis
- Lyon: Expected to dominate possession (66% predicted), utilize home advantage, and create numerous scoring opportunities. Excellent defensive record (0.6 goals against average) provides solid foundation.
- Salzburg: Higher average goals scored (2.0) but defensive vulnerabilities (1.4 goals against). Likely to employ attacking approach despite being underdogs.
Betting Recommendations
- Safest Bet: Lyon to Win – 0.53 odds, 10/10 rating
- Alternative: Correct Score 2:0 – Strongly supported by AI prediction
- Value Bet: Under 3.5 Goals – 4/10 rating
Final Prediction
Olympique Lyonnais 2-0 Red Bull Salzburg
Lyon’s superior squad value, home advantage, and statistical dominance should secure a comfortable victory. Salzburg’s defensive vulnerabilities likely won’t withstand Lyon’s attacking pressure, while Lyon’s strong defensive record suggests a clean sheet is probable.
