Villefranche vs Sochaux tips and predictions

Sochaux to pocket a win

On 32 points, 12th placed Villefranche host eigth placed Sochaux. The visitors are just ahead of them with 36 points.

Sochaux will have confidence about the win. Their odds aren't giving anything away though. This preview determines some key stats in order to explain the best value selection - which is the away win.

On the back of some moderate outings, the hosts will be eager to impress. Villefranche haven't been reliable for bettors looking for value. They've lost 6 of their last 7 matches. To add to their concerns, goals are in short supply for them. They've been goalless in 6 of their last 7 games which isn't exceptional. They have conceded at least once in all of their last 8 games. If they reveal any selection issues here they could be in trouble.

Sochaux have come up with some performances of note. They have looked good at the back when away from home. Giving up an average of only 0.5 goals in their latest 6 trips has been impactful. If these away players show their strength they can get the win. They've scored two or more goals in 11 of their last 19 games and they'll want to add to that number here.

In all honesty they may end up in deadlock. It would be disgeneous to argue that the favourites are a dead-cert here. It's perfectly credible that the two sides cancel each other out over an attritional ninety minutes. The BTTS No is therefore a smart play. And if you're interested in the goal line, it's Under 1.5 picked as the best play given the current odds.