Brest vs. Auxerre: Prediction, Team News & Lineups | Feb 14, 2025

Brest and Auxerre meet in a crucial Ligue 1 clash on Friday, February 14, 2025, at 7:45 PM UK time at Stade Francis-Le Blé. Brest are in pursuit of European qualification, while Auxerre desperately seek their first win of 2025 to avoid slipping further down the table.

Interesting Fact:

Auxerre’s last away win in Ligue 1 came against Marseille in November 2024, but they have since lost four consecutive matches on the road.

Team Analysis

Brest

Brest have been in fine form in Ligue 1 despite their struggles in Europe. They have won four of their last five league games, including an impressive 2-0 win over Nantes last weekend. Currently sitting eighth in the table with 31 points, they are within touching distance of the European spots.

Current Form:

📊 Last 5 matches (all competitions): 3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss
⚽ Last match: Lost 3-0 vs. PSG (Champions League)

Key Players:

• Ludovic Ajorque – Brest’s top scorer with 9 goals, making him one of the most prolific strikers in Ligue 1 this season.
• Pierre Lees-Melou – The midfielder has been instrumental in creating chances and controlling the tempo.

Injuries/Suspensions:

🚑 Out: Mahdi Camara (suspension), Jordan Amavi (thigh), Bradley Locko (leg), Jonas Martin (muscle)
🤕 Doubtful: None

Home Form:

🏠 At home in Ligue 1 2024/25: 6 wins, 1 draw, 3 losses
📉 Last 4 home games: 3 wins, 1 loss

Auxerre

Auxerre’s winless streak in all competitions has stretched to 10 games, making them one of the worst-performing sides in Ligue 1 in 2025. They sit 11th with 24 points, and another defeat could push them further down the table.

Current Form:

📊 Last 5 matches (all competitions): 0 wins, 3 draws, 2 losses
⚽ Last match: Drew 2-2 vs. Toulouse

Key Players:

• Hamed Traoré – The midfielder has scored 9 goals this season and remains their most potent attacking threat.
• Jubal – A rock in defense but also a key goal threat, scoring crucial goals in set-piece situations.

Injuries/Suspensions:

🚑 Out: Paul Joly (suspension), Lasso Coulibaly (cruciate ligament), Nathan Buayi-Kiala (cruciate ligament), Eros Maddy (knock), Theo Bair (leg)
🤕 Doubtful: None

Away Form:

🚗 Away in Ligue 1 2024/25: 1 win, 1 draw, 8 losses
📉 Last 4 away games: 4 consecutive losses

Head-to-Head and Past Encounters

📅 Last Meeting: Auxerre 3-0 Brest (September 2024)

• ⚽ Goals: Owusu (26′), Jubal (54′), Traoré (79′)

📊 Recent H2H Record (Last 3 Ligue 1 Matches):

• Auxerre Wins: 1
• Brest Wins: 0
• Draws: 2

📌 Key Stats:

• Brest have won 4 of their last 5 Ligue 1 games.
• Auxerre have failed to win in 9 consecutive league games.
• Both teams have scored in 5 of the last 7 meetings.

Prediction

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Brest 2-1 Auxerre

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Brest’s superior home form and Auxerre’s poor away record suggest a tight but decisive victory for the hosts.

Betting Tips

💡 Both Teams to Score: ✅ Yes
📊 Stat: 5 of the last 7 H2H games have seen both teams score.

💡 Over/Under 2.5 Goals: ✅ Over
📊 Stat: Brest have scored 9 goals in their last 4 home games.

💡 Anytime Goalscorer: Ludovic Ajorque ⚽
📊 Stat: Brest’s top scorer has 9 goals this season.

Possible Lineups

Brest (4-3-3):

Bizot; Lala, Chardonnet, Ndiaye, Haidara; Del Castillo, Lees-Melou, Doumbia; Balde, Ajorque, Sima

Auxerre (3-5-2):

Leon; Diomande, Jubal, Osho; Danois, Diousse, Massengo, Mensah; Perrin, Traore; Sinayoko

Half-Time Result Prediction:

⏳ HT Score: Brest 1-0 Auxerre
Brest are likely to take control early, given their strong home record.

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