Lyon vs Lens: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 12 February

Lyon
WWLWW
7th place in France Ligue 1
2 - 1
FT
12/02/2023 15:45
Lens
WWWWW
2nd place in France Ligue 1
France Ligue 1
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Lyon vs Lens on 12 February 2023 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Lyon vs Lens preview before placing your bet.

  • Lyon will face Lens in France Ligue 1 on February 12, 2023 at 15:45.
  • Lyon are currently 7th with 62 points after 38 matches.
  • Lens sit 2nd with 84 points from 38 matches.
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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
STANDINGS UP TO 12/02/2023
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Paris Saint Germain (PSG) Paris Saint Germain (PSG)
85 38 27 4 7 89 40 49
02 Lens Lens
84 38 25 9 4 68 29 39
03 Marseille Marseille
73 38 22 7 9 67 40 27
04 Rennes Rennes
68 38 21 5 12 69 39 30
05 Lille Lille
67 38 19 10 9 65 44 21
06 Monaco Monaco
65 38 19 8 11 70 58 12
07 Lyon Lyon
62 38 18 8 12 65 47 18
08 Clermont Clermont
59 38 17 8 13 45 49 -4
09 Nice Nice
58 38 15 13 10 48 37 11
10 Lorient Lorient
55 38 15 10 13 52 53 -1
11 Reims Reims
51 38 12 15 11 45 45 0
12 Montpellier Montpellier
50 38 15 5 18 65 62 3
13 Toulouse Toulouse
48 38 13 9 16 51 57 -6
14 Stade Brestois Stade Brestois
44 38 11 11 16 44 54 -10
15 Strasbourg Strasbourg
40 38 9 13 16 51 59 -8
16 Nantes Nantes
36 38 7 15 16 37 55 -18
17 AJ Auxerre AJ Auxerre
35 38 8 11 19 35 63 -28
18 Ajaccio Ajaccio
26 38 7 5 26 23 74 -51
19 Troyes Troyes
24 38 4 12 22 45 81 -36
20 Angers Angers
18 38 4 6 28 33 81 -48
Lyon Lyon Last 6 matches
19/07/2026 00:00
Slavia Praha 2 - 0 Lyon
International Club Friendly
15/07/2026 23:30
Lyon 2 - 1 Servette
International Club Friendly
11/07/2026 15:30
Lyon 6 - 3 St. Gallen
International Club Friendly
08/07/2026 15:30
Lyon 5 - 2 Macon
International Club Friendly
18/05/2026 02:00
Lyon 0 - 4 Lens
France Ligue 1
11/05/2026 02:00
Toulouse 2 - 1 Lyon
France Ligue 1
Win
50%
Draw
0%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Lens Lens
18/07/2026 17:00
Lens 4 - 1 Boulogne
International Club Friendly
23/05/2026 02:00
Lens 3 - 1 Nice
France Cup
18/05/2026 02:00
Lyon 0 - 4 Lens
France Ligue 1
14/05/2026 02:00
Lens 0 - 2 Paris Saint Germain (PSG)
France Ligue 1
09/05/2026 01:45
Lens 1 - 0 Nantes
France Ligue 1
03/05/2026 02:05
Nice 1 - 1 Lens
France Ligue 1
Win
67%
Draw
17%
Lost
17%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues France Ligue 1
Played games
Lyon
Lyon
43
 Lens
Lens
42
Goals
Scored
74
Avg. per game
1.72
Conceded
52
Avg. per game
1.21
Scored
75
Avg. per game
1.79
Conceded
33
Avg. per game
0.79
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 43 matches
YesNo
35 (81%)8 (19%)
In last 43 matches
NoYes
37 (88%)5 (12%)
Lyon

Lyon

Recent matches

Lens

Lens

Under /Over

(77%)33 10(23%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)30 12(29%)

Under /Over

(44%)19 24(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(36%)15 27(64%)

Under /Over

(37%)16 27(63%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)14 28(67%)

/Yes

(67%)29 14(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(57%)24 18(43%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Lyon Lyon
Lens Lens
Shots
Lyon
Lyon
Total shots
13.47 avg / game
Blocked
117 total
Avg. 4.03
Lens
Lens
Total shots
14.07 avg / game
Blocked
93 total
Avg. 2.91
Lyon Lyon Pass Lens Lens
Total passes
22351
Avg. 545 / game
Accurate
85%
Ball possession
58%
Total passes
20649
Avg. 516 / game
Accurate
86%
Ball possession
56%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Lyon
Lyon
5172
Avg. 120.28 / game
 Lens
Lens
4622
Avg. 110.05 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Lyon
Lyon
2303
Avg. 53.56 / game
 Lens
Lens
2055
Avg. 48.93 / game
OTHERS
Lyon
Lyon
43
Played games
Lens
Lens
42
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.21
9
Clean sheets
16
0.38
4.95
213
Corners
225
5.36
18.58
799
Throw-ins
657
15.64
1.53
66
Offsides
65
1.55
2.98
128
GK saves
108
2.57
Lyon
Lyon
DISCIPLINARY
Lens
Lens
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.53
66
Yellow card
67
1.60
0.07
3
Red card
3
0.07
12.74
548
Fouls
532
12.67
16.37
704
Tackles
545
12.98
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How We Build the Lyon vs Lens Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Lyon vs Lens on 12 February 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 1 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.

Lyon vs Lens Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Lyon's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Lens'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 1 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 1 standings and the France Ligue 1 form table to understand exactly where Lyon and Lens sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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