Lyon vs Laval Prediction & Betting Tips (4 February)

Everything is going well for Olympique Lyonnais who definitively validated their 1st place in the group stage of the Europa League last week by winning over PAOK Salonika 4-2 thanks to their youngsters. At the same time, in the championship, Les Gones are on the verge of the podium before challenging Lille on Sunday afternoon for the 20th day. In full swing, the Rhone residents won their first 3 matches of 2026 ahead of AS Monaco 1-3, Brest 2-1 and FC Metz 2-5. When they entered the competition, the Lyonnais were able to defeat Losc 1-2 at the beginning of January. For their part, Laval did not tremble when they entered the competition in this Coupe de France by crushing the Pauloise 6-0.

The Mayennais were then able to defeat Guingamp 0-1 at the end of added time before logically winning on the pitch of Istres 0-2 during the previous round. On the other hand, it is much more difficult for Olivier Frapolli's men in the championship since they are stuck in the red zone, in 17th position in the ranking, before challenging Pau on Friday. Before this poster, the Tango had lost their 4 previous matches against Reims 4-0, Dunkirk 1-2, Clermont 4-1 and Bastia 0-2 before stopping the bleeding in Amiens 0-0. 

The Lyon group will not count in its ranks the long-term absentees Nuamah and Fofana, the left back Tagliafico (starter) who will miss a month of competition and the recruit Nartey (ex Bröndby). Left-back manager Abner and midfielder Mangala must also give up this week, as will summer recruit Ghezzal and boss Tolisso. Remember that this winter, the unused Barisic and the disappointing Satriano went to look for other projects. Up front, we should find the prolific Czech Sulc (9 goals in L1) and the Brazilian Endrick who has 4 goals scored to his credit in all competitions since his arrival this winter. Among the Tango, the replacement goalkeeper Ntessa and the young winter recruit Dago (ex-Lille) will not be able to make the trip to Groupama Stadium. In addition, playmaker Maggiotti must also forfeit.

The usual Holders Commaret and Thomas were reunited with the group last weekend. Suspended against Pau, the defender Bianda and defensive midfielder Mandouki will be allowed to play again but it will be the turn of full-back Aradj and the promising Clavreul to have to be sanctioned for too many warnings. This winter, the experienced defender but not always the holder Pellenard left for China. Veteran striker Tchokounté (3 goals and 1 decisive pass) will be very present.