The Ligue 1 clash between OSC Lille and Stade de Reims is set for Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the Decathlon Arena Stade Pierre-Mauroy. Fans can tune in at 21:00 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, or at 20:00 BST in the UK for what promises to be a crucial late-season encounter.
Currently, Lille sit in 5th place avec 57 points from 32 games, while Reims occupy 13th spot on 33 points. With Lille boasting one of the league’s best home records and Reims struggling on the road, this fixture could play a key role in both sides’ final push for their season objectives.
Comment les deux équipes abordent-elles ce match ?
OSC Lille have enjoyed a strong campaign under manager Bruno Génésio, combining a potent attack with a resilient defense. The hosts have recorded 10 wins, 4 draws and just 2 losses at the Pierre-Mauroy, making them one of Ligue 1’s toughest teams to beat on home turf. Despite a recent 2-0 setback away to Brest, Lille remain in fine form, having won three of their last five matches.
Stade de Reims, by contrast, have endured an up-and-down season under Samba Diawara. Their defensive frailties have cost them dear, and they have managed only 4 wins on the road so far. Although Reims picked up two wins in their last five, they fell 2-0 at home to Saint-Étienne in their most recent outing, leaving them in need of a confidence-boosting performance against top opposition.
Nos prévisions
We back a home win for Lille, with the hosts’ superior form and home record tipping the balance in their favor. The odds of 1.49 (1win) represent excellent value, especially given Reims’ struggles away from home. Lille’s tactical approach, focused on possession and quick transitions, should allow them to control large spells of this match.
Defensively, Lille have been rock-solid at Pierre-Mauroy, and we expect Reims to find it hard to break them down. For this reason, a bet on Les deux équipes doivent marquer - Non at odds of 1.64 (1win) also looks a shrewd option. With both sides showing a tendency towards low-scoring games, this market could deliver a safe return.
Meilleure cote
Bet365: Lille to win @1.50, Both Teams to Score – No @1.65
William Hill: Lille to win @1.49, Both Teams to Score – No @1.64
Betfair: Lille to win @1.51, Both Teams to Score – No @1.66
