Dunkerque vs Clermont Foot

Recent form suggests Dunkerque are struggling for consistency — 1 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last 5. With 7 goals from 5 matches, their attack has been somewhat inconsistent, while defensively they have conceded more than they would like (1.6 per game).

For Clermont Foot, the picture is quite different. Clermont Foot head into this fixture with mixed emotions after collecting 4 points from a possible 15 in their last 5. They have scored with difficulty averaging 0.6 goals per game, while conceding 1.0. History between these two shows 3 home wins, 1 away wins and 2 draws from 6 meetings. Goals have been plentiful in these fixtures, with an average of 3.0 per game.

Clermont Foot have been the more prolific side in front of goal recently, but Clermont Foot boast the stronger defensive record. The contrasting styles could make for a fascinating tactical battle. This is a difficult one to call, with both sides evenly matched on recent form. The game could hinge on a single moment of quality or a defensive lapse.

This is a closely contested fixture, with the model suggesting a draw is the most likely outcome. The predicted scoreline of 1-0 reflects the evenly matched nature of the contest. Confidence in this prediction stands at 61%. Kick-off in the Ligue 2 awaits.