Laval vs Red Star Prediction & Betting Tips (10 January)

Stade Lavallois supporters can smile. On a cloud, their team has just started this year 2025 in the same way as it ended the previous one, by winning in a deluge against the leader, FC Lorient 2-0. The 4th consecutive success for the Tangos who were able to win against Martigues 0-3, Caen 1-0 and Amiens 1-3 before having to go through penalties to defeat Mérignac in the Coupe de France. In the standings, the Mayennais were able to move up to 6th position with a delay of only 2 points on the top 5 qualifying for the play-offs. On the Red Star side, we also have the wind in our sails at the moment.

Focused primarily on maintaining its position after winning the Nationale 1 title last year, the Saint-Ouen-based club ended the year rather well by thwarting the plans of SC Bastia 0-0 then winning in front of Grenoble 3-1. The winter break obviously had no effect on the Ile-de-France residents who achieved a big blow by winning last week against a Rodez team undefeated for several months 0-2. Following this good series, the promoted team were able to consolidate their lead in the red zone since they are now 6 points ahead of the first relegated team.

As during the reception of Lorient, the defenders Ouaneh and Bianda as well as the veteran Gonçalves will not be able to hold their place. The ineffective striker Doucouré, who was not allowed to play against Lorient from whom he was on loan this season, will be eligible again. Olivier Frapolli should count on the services of Malian winger Camara (5 goals in L2) who will be fit again after being ill against the Merlus.

Last week, veteran Tchokounté once again demonstrated his talent by scoring his 7th goal of the season. He is now ahead of the formidable Sellouki (6 goals and 2 assists in L2).