Lorient II vs Caen II tips and predictions

Things won't be straightforward for Lorient II

This isn't a confident view but the short price for Lorient II has made them a horrible bet. Caen II don't look likely to get the win but they can make a match of it. Building on the strong rearguard performances of both sides, a goalless stalemate is the pick but it's certainly not something to get carried away with.

Both of these sides have looked strong in defence. Having created something of a fortress at home, Lorient II have conceded only 1 goal in their last 3 matches. Meanwhile Caen II have only conceded 0.6 goals per game on average in their last 12 away matches.

The sportsbooks' prices indicate that only one side is likely to score due to the favouritism for Lorient II. The No BTTS bet would be sensible. And in the total goals line, it's under 3.5 goals standing out in this one considering the odds that are available there.

Lorient II have drawn 8 of their last 13 matches adding to the fact that Caen II have drawn 6 of their last 13 matches. They shared the spoils with Romorantin last week and while the prediction is for any draw, a scoreline of 0-0 cannot be written off here. To wrap this up there is nothing to like about the home or away win odds, so the draw warrants consideration. Deadlock is the pick after what looks set to be a close encounter.