Rodez vs Red Star Prediction & Betting Tips (3 January)

Rodez is currently 11th in Ligue 2 and is 5 points ahead of the red zone. Authors of a worrying start to the championship, Didier Santini's men, however, found the right fuel afterwards. Having returned to a level more in line with expectations, they have not conceded any setbacks in the last 9 days: 4 victories and 5 draws. After taking over Pau 1-0, Rodez shared the points on the Clermont lawn before the end of year celebrations 1-1. Dominator in National last year, the Red Star is back in Ligue 2 this season.

As expected, the Parisians are fighting not to go down and today occupy 14th place in the ranking with 3 points ahead of the red zone. After having played 3 matches without success, 1 draw and 2 defeats, they reacted on the last day. Indeed, Red Star gave itself a little breathing room by beating Grenoble 3-1.

Rodez must do without defensive captain Chougrani and young defender Lipinski, who remain stuck in the infirmary. In addition, the participation of the influential striker Nkada (8 goals and 3 assists in L2) is not assured. This could allow Bentayeb (3 goals in L2) and Baldé (4 goals in L2) to get another start. The piston Bouchouari (4 goals and 4 assists in L2) displays good dispositions on the right flank.

The Red Star squad is reduced by the withdrawals of the first two goalkeepers Beunardeau (starter) and Avognan Yapobi (substitute) as well as the defenders potentially holders Doucouré, Mendy and Danger. All scorers on the last day, Eickmayer, Cissé and Benali (3 goals and 2 assists in L2) are available. The latter is in competition with the former Bordeaux player Badji (2 goals in L2) to start at the forefront of the attack.