Ligue 1

Lens are the stronger side on paper, but Strasbourg's formidable home atmosphere often helps them secure points against top opposition. With Lens potentially managing a busy schedule, a hard-fought draw is a very plausible outcome at the Stade de la Meinau.

This is a classic mismatch between the league leaders and a team likely battling in the lower half of the table. PSG's overwhelming squad depth and attacking firepower should prove far too much for Le Havre, resulting in a comfortable away victory.

Monaco's strong home form and potent attack make them clear favorites against an Angers side that often struggles on their travels. Expect the home side to control possession and create enough clear-cut chances to secure a relatively straightforward win.

Rennes' excellent record at Roazhon Park gives them a significant edge in this fixture. While Toulouse are a competitive and well-coached side, the home team's superior quality and motivation for European football should be enough to secure a narrow victory.

Lille's exceptional defensive organization, particularly at home, should be the deciding factor against a stubborn Nantes side. This projects to be a tight, low-scoring affair, with Lille likely to control the game and find a single goal to claim all three points.

This is expected to be a tense and closely fought contest between two sides likely battling in the lower half of the table. Lorient's home advantage might be cancelled out by Auxerre's resilience on the road, making a draw a probable outcome in a crucial match for both teams.

The 'Choc des Olympiques' promises to be an intense and passionate encounter at the Vélodrome. Marseille's formidable home record and the backing of their fervent supporters give them a slight edge over a talented but sometimes inconsistent Lyon side in this high-stakes rivalry.

This fixture is likely to be a physical battle, with Metz aiming to leverage their home advantage and robust style of play. Brest's inconsistent away form suggests they may struggle to break down a well-organized Metz defense, leading to a narrow home victory.

Despite Paris FC's home advantage, they face a significant challenge against a Nice side with superior individual quality and greater top-flight experience. Nice's ambition for European football should drive them to secure a comfortable victory against a team likely battling to stay in the division.