Laval vs Dunkerque Prediction & Betting Tips (18 October)

After being a very good surprise in the championship last year, Stade Lavallois is back to its standards this season. Indeed, the Mayenne club will above all have to defend its place in Ligue 2 in order to consider anything else. For the moment, all the lights are green for Olivier Frapolli's men who are well established in the soft underbelly of the ranking, in 10th place, with a lead of 5 units over the first relegation. In good shape in recent weeks, the Tango had won 3 consecutive victories against Red Star 0-3 , Rodez 1-3 and Pau 3-1 before falling against the leader, Paris FC 1-0 . On the other side of the median, Dunkirk is establishing itself as one of the sensations in this first part of the season.

Not at all expected at the level it displays, the northern club is nevertheless on the 3rd step of the podium with 16 units on the clock, only 2 less than the Parisian leader. Undefeated since the 2nd day, the Maritimes have even won 4 victories in their last 5 outings. Winners of Bastia 2-1, Luis Castro's men were held to a draw by Dunkirk 1-1 before moving forward against Troyes 2-1 before the international break.

On the Laval side, executive midfielder Adéoti and summer recruit Bianda (ex-Standard) are still not able to hold their place at the moment. For his part, striker Tell could remain sidelined this Friday evening. Otherwise, the rest of the squad is at the disposal of their coach. A priori, the experienced striker Tchokounté, who has scored 3 goals this season in the league, should be able to hold his place at center forward. It will also be necessary to monitor the performance of midfielder Sellouki who has found the fault 4 times this year.

On the Dunkirk side, coach Luis Castro should have the great luxury of being able to count on a full group again to prepare for this match . Unsurprisingly, the Maritimes should therefore be able to rely on the services of former Nantes player Yacine Bammou. He also scored his 3rd goal of the season against Troyes on the last day, a few minutes after the equalizer of the precious defender Sangante. Finnish midfielder Skyttä (2 goals, 1 assist) and Dutchman Tejan (3 assists) are also in sight at the start of the season.