Strasbourg v Lyon Preview & Betting Tips

French Ligue 1 | Friday 28 March | Kick-off: 19:45 UTC

Two of Ligue 1’s most in-form teams lock horns on Friday night as Strasbourg welcome Lyon to the Stade de la Meinau. Both sides are firmly in the mix for a top-six finish, and this clash could have big implications for European qualification.

Strasbourg had a shaky start to the campaign, but have found their rhythm in 2025. They are unbeaten in their last 6 league games, conceding just once. They’ve lost just 1 of their last 13 league games and now sit just two points behind Lyon in the table.

Lyon, meanwhile, are flying. 5 straight wins in all competitions and 15 goals scored during that run have propelled them up the table. They’re averaging two goals per game in the league this season and boast one of the most exciting attacking units in the country.

How the Mega Dice Sees It

This one’s too close to call, and the bookmakers agree. Strasbourg are 2.66, the draw is priced at 3.65 and Lyon are slight favourites at 2.48.

Recent Form & Head-to-Head

Lyon have the edge in recent meetings, winning 3 of the last 4 league clashes between these two sides, all by a one-goal margin. However, Strasbourg won this fixture 2-1 at home last season and are much improved from the side that lost 4-3 in the reverse fixture earlier this campaign.

Players to Watch: Cherki Pulling Strings

Rayan Cherki has been sensational for Lyon in recent months. The 21-year-old midfielder has 8 goals and 18 assists this season across all competitions, including 13 goal contributions in his last 10 outings. His vision and technical ability could be decisive here.

For Strasbourg, keep an eye on Emanuel Emegha. The forward has found a bit of form in recent weeks and will need to be clinical if the hosts are to get anything from this game.

Probable Line-Ups

Strasbourg: Petrovic, Doue, Sarr, Doukoure, Barco, Santos, Lemarechal, Bakwa, Nanasi, Moreira, Emegha
Lyon: Perri, Maitland-Niles, Mata, Niakhate, Tagliafico, Matic, Tolisso, Almada, Cherki, Mikautadze, Lacazette

Anything Else Catch the Eye?

Goals have been the theme in this fixture. 6 of the last 7 league meetings has seen BTTS and Over 2.5 goals land. That trend mirrors both teams’ form this season with BTTS and Over 2.5 goals landing in a handful of fixtures. Combine the two at 1.85.

With both sides full of confidence and attacking intent, I’m expecting chances at both ends and wouldn’t be surprised to see another classic.

Strasbourg v Lyon Betting Tips & Predictions

✅ Both teams to score – 1.55
✅ Over 2.5 goals – 1.66
✅ Rayan Cherki to get an assist – 3.50

Odds are correct at time of writing.