Caen vs Valenciennes: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 March

Caen

L L W W D

5th place in France Ligue 2

2-1

18/03/2023 14:00

Valenciennes

L D D W W

15th place in France Ligue 2

France Ligue 2

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Caen vs Valenciennes on 18 March 2023 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Caen vs Valenciennes preview before placing your bet.

Caen are currently 5th with 59 points after 38 matches.
Valenciennes sit 15th with 45 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Caen to win with probability 56%.
Head-to-head history favors Valenciennes, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Caen have no wins, while 4 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:00

2023-03-18

Caen vs Valenciennes - Prediction & Odds

Caen

Valenciennes

2023-03-18 14:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/03/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Le Havre	75	38	20	15	3	46	19	27
02 Metz	72	38	20	12	6	61	33	28
03 Bordeaux	69	37	20	9	8	51	27	24
04 Bastia	60	38	17	9	12	52	45	7
05 Caen	59	38	16	11	11	52	43	9
06 Guingamp	55	38	15	10	13	51	46	5
07 Paris FC	55	38	15	10	13	45	43	2
08 Saint Etienne	53	38	15	11	12	63	57	6
09 Sochaux	52	38	15	7	16	54	41	13
10 Grenoble	51	38	14	9	15	33	36	-3
11 Quevilly	50	38	12	14	12	47	49	-2
12 Amiens	47	38	13	8	17	40	52	-12
13 Pau FC	47	38	12	11	15	40	52	-12
14 Stade Lavallois MFC	46	38	14	4	20	44	56	-12
15 Valenciennes	45	38	10	15	13	42	49	-7
16 Annecy	45	38	11	12	15	39	51	-12
17 Rodez Aveyron	43	37	10	13	14	38	44	-6
18 Dijon	42	38	10	12	16	38	43	-5
19 Nimes	36	38	10	6	22	44	62	-18
20 Chamois Niortais	29	38	7	8	23	35	67	-32

Head To Head

05/11/2022 14:00

Valenciennes

1 - 1

Caen

FRA D2

15/03/2022 14:00

Valenciennes

1 - 1

Caen

FRA D2

02/10/2021 13:00

Caen

1 - 2

Valenciennes

FRA D2

02/02/2021 15:00

Caen

1 - 1

Valenciennes

FRA D2

26/09/2020 13:00

Valenciennes

1 - 0

Caen

FRA D2

18/10/2019 14:00

Caen

0 - 0

Valenciennes

FRA D2

Caen

Draw

67%

Valenciennes

33%

Caen Last 6 matches

11/03/2023 14:00

Rodez Aveyron 3 - 2 Caen FRA D2

06/03/2023 15:45

Caen 0 - 0 Sochaux FRA D2

25/02/2023 14:00

Guingamp 1 - 2 Caen FRA D2

18/02/2023 14:00

Caen 2 - 1 Grenoble FRA D2

13/02/2023 15:45

Metz 0 - 0 Caen FRA D2

03/02/2023 15:45

Caen 3 - 1 Bastia FRA D2

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Valenciennes

11/03/2023 14:00

Valenciennes 2 - 2 Bastia FRA D2

04/03/2023 14:00

Quevilly 1 - 1 Valenciennes FRA D2

25/02/2023 14:00

Valenciennes 2 - 2 Dijon FRA D2

18/02/2023 14:00

Valenciennes 0 - 0 Rodez Aveyron FRA D2

11/02/2023 14:00

Guingamp 3 - 1 Valenciennes FRA D2

03/02/2023 15:45

Valenciennes 3 - 1 Stade Lavallois MFC FRA D2

Win

17%

Draw

67%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues France Ligue 2

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

198

Avg. per game

0.76

Conceded

176

Avg. per game

0.68

Scored

165

Avg. per game

0.62

Conceded

189

Avg. per game

0.71

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 260 matches

YesNo

137 (53%)123 (47%)

In last 260 matches

NoYes

120 (45%)146 (55%)

Caen

Recent matches

Valenciennes

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

/Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Caen

Valenciennes

Shots

Caen

Total shots

9.63 avg / game

Blocked

303 total

Avg. 2.83

Valenciennes

Total shots

8.51 avg / game

Blocked

241 total

Avg. 2.32

Caen Pass Valenciennes

Total passes

66103

Avg. 429 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

45667

Avg. 374 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Caen

260

Played games

Valenciennes

266

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.26

Clean sheets

0.29

4.33

1125

Corners

949

3.57

4.38

1138

Throw-ins

493

1.85

1.13

295

Offsides

270

1.02

1.96

510

GK saves

472

1.77

Caen

DISCIPLINARY

Valenciennes

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.65

429

458

1.72

0.11

0.06

10.25

2664

Fouls

2221

8.35

8.48

2204

Tackles

1857

6.98

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Caen vs Valenciennes Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Caen vs Valenciennes on 18 March 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this France Ligue 2 fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Caen vs Valenciennes Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Caen's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Valenciennes's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

France Ligue 2 Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live France Ligue 2 standings and the France Ligue 2 form table to understand exactly where Caen and Valenciennes sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our France Ligue 2 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

Explore More France Ligue 2 Predictions

Find every upcoming France Ligue 2 fixtures and predictions for this matchday, or browse all football predictions for today across every major league on Betiball.com.

View More View Less