Lens vs Auxerre Prediction, Tips & Odds
Lens vs Auxerre
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The model favours Auxerre to win this match against Lens, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Auxerre starts the season at the top of the standings, which reflects a strong finish from the previous season. Although both teams have yet to play a match in the current campaign, Auxerre's recent form shows they secured two wins in their last five matches, indicating a competitive edge as they enter this fixture. On the other hand, Lens finished the previous season in 14th place, and their recent form includes two wins, two draws, and one loss from their last five matches. This mixed performance suggests they are still finding their rhythm. With both teams yet to play in the current season, the psychological advantage may lean towards Auxerre, who will want to maintain their momentum from last season. The model output indicates a win probability of approximately 60% for Auxerre, with a projected score of 2-1. However, it is important to note that the unpredictability of a new season can often lead to surprises, especially with both teams having the potential to start strong. For a detailed explanation of how we reached this prediction, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team employs an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.
Betting Predictions
How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.
Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.
Combined goal output is high (3.5 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.
The most likely scoreline per our model at 13.4% probability.
Lens have been the stronger side, winning 58% of their matches.
Our model projects a 2-1 Lens win as the most likely scoreline at 13.4% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Lens clean sheets, in line with their 29% clean-sheet rate this season.
Lines averaged across 4 bookmakers. Lens are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.
Best Betting Odds
Lens vs Auxerre| Bookmaker | 1X2 | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | X | 2 | Over | Under | Yes | No | |
| 1.54 | 4.20 | 5.60 | 1.62 | 2.25 | 1.67 | 2.10 | |
| 1.51 | 4.70 | 6.35 | 1.62 | 2.33 | 1.71 | 2.02 | |
| 1.47 | 4.60 | 6.50 | 1.57 | 2.38 | 1.67 | 2.15 | |
| 1.52 | 4.59 | 6.47 | 1.64 | 2.37 | — | — | |
| 1.46 | 4.32 | 5.99 | — | — | — | — | |
| 1.44 | 4.40 | 5.80 | — | — | 1.75 | 2.05 | |
| 1.48 | 4.50 | 6.25 | 1.62 | 2.30 | 1.75 | 2.00 | |
| 1.54 | 4.78 | 6.45 | 1.67 | 2.40 | 1.71 | 2.04 | |
| 1.45 | 4.40 | 6.40 | 1.60 | 2.30 | 1.72 | 2.04 | |
| 1.44 | 4.33 | 5.75 | 1.62 | 2.30 | 1.75 | 2.05 | |
Betano | 1.53 | 4.50 | 6.60 | 1.62 | 2.35 | 1.70 | 2.07 |
Superbet | 1.52 | 4.60 | 5.80 | 1.61 | 2.35 | 1.73 | 2.07 |
BetVictor | 1.50 | 4.50 | 6.00 | 1.58 | 2.19 | 1.67 | 2.05 |
Goals Probability
Avg. bookmaker oddsDouble Chance
Bet covers two outcomesHead to Head
Last 10 Meetings (Lens leads 6-1)In the last 10 matches between Lens and Auxerre, Lens has won 6 times, with 2 draws and only 1 victory for Auxerre. The scorelines indicate a predominantly favorable record for Lens, including a notable 4-0 win in April 2025. While there have been a couple of close encounters, such as the 1-0 results, the overall trend leans heavily towards Lens, who have not lost to Auxerre in their last 9 meetings. Auxerre's lone win dates back to April 2025, highlighting a significant struggle to secure points against Lens historically.
Ligue 1 Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Monaco | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 9 | WWW |
| 2 |  Paris FC | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 7 | WWD |
| 3 |  Lyon | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 7 | WDW |
| 4 |  Lille | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 7 | WDW |
| 5 |  Rennes | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 7 | WWD |
| 6 |  Strasbourg | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 6 | WWL |
| 11 | Lens | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 3 | LLW |
| 16 |  Le Havre | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 1 | LDL |
| 17 |  Toulouse | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 | -3 | 1 | LDL |
| 18 | Auxerre | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 11 | -7 | 0 | LLL |
Venue Record
Current season at home / on the roadKey Statistics
2026 SeasonLens have won 14 of their last 20 matches at home, drawing 2 and losing 4. Their recent home fixtures include lost to Lorient 0-1 and beat Auxerre 5-2.
Overall, the wider run reads 18W 5D 8L from the last 31 games (58% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.
Auxerre have won 3 of their last 14 matches on the road, drawing 5 and losing 6. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Auxerre 3-1 and lost to Lens 5-2.
Overall, the wider run reads 7W 9D 11L from the last 27 games (26% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.
Lineups
Lineups not yet announced
Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
15 playersLens6
Auxerre9
Betting Strategy
High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.
Yellow Card Prediction
M. Vernice has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. We don't yet have enough recent fixtures officiated by M. Vernice to give a confident card-market projection. Our default lean is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.
Corner Prediction
Lens have averaged 8.0 corners per match at home; Auxerre 6.5 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 8.3 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.
Player Stats Bet
Lens have generated 1.54 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 58% of them. They put 4.0 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Lens player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.
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The Daily Punt Analysis Team
Data-driven football predictions and betting tips
This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.
Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.
