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Troyes vs Pau Prediction & Preview

Preview

As the French Ligue 2 enters its 34th round, a pivotal clash is set to take place at Stade de l'Aube where Troyes, currently placed 17th in the standings with 35 points, play host to the more favorably positioned Pau, who sit comfortably at 6th with an impressive tally of 50 points. This upcoming encounter on Tuesday promises not just excitement but also critical implications for both teams' ambitions this season.

Troyes will be looking to bounce back under the guidance of David Guion after a disappointing streak in their last five matches where they managed only one draw and suffered four losses. Their recent game against Angers SCO ended in a narrow defeat (2-1), illustrating their ongoing struggles despite playing at home where they typically score an average of 1.8 goals per game.

Conversely, Pau has been enjoying a robust run of form under Nicolas Usaï's leadership. They have secured four wins from their last five outings and drew once, gathering momentum which was clearly demonstrated in their latest victory against Laval (3-0) at home. Pau’s ability to perform both at home and away is notable; they average scoring and conceding nearly equal amounts when on the road.

Historically speaking between these two sides, Troyes has had the upper hand with two wins out of three head-to-head meetings while one match ended in a draw - including their most recent face-off that concluded with a scoreline of 1-1 back in December.

Bet

Considering both teams' current form and performance statistics along with historical data from previous encounters between Troyes and Pau suggests potential for goals; however, weighing up all factors including betting odds presents 'Over 2.5 goals' as an appealing option here. With odds standing at approximately $1.97$ for over $2.5$ goals reflecting slightly better value compared to under $2.5$, this choice aligns well given that both teams have shown capabilities of scoring above average when playing away or at home respectively this season – making it our recommended bet for this matchup.