Sochaux vs Valenciennes: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 January

Sochaux

L L L L L

9th place in France Ligue 2

4 - 0

31/01/2023 12:45

Valenciennes

L D D W W

15th place in France Ligue 2

France Ligue 2

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sochaux vs Valenciennes on 31 January 2023 (kick-off: 12:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sochaux vs Valenciennes preview before placing your bet.

Sochaux are currently 9th with 52 points after 38 matches.
Valenciennes sit 15th with 45 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 %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 31/01/2023

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

Sochaux Last 6 matches

25/07/2026 23:00

Sochaux 0 - 3 Dijon International Club Friendly

22/07/2026 22:30

Metz 4 - 1 Sochaux International Club Friendly

18/07/2026 20:00

Sochaux 1 - 0 Grenoble International Club Friendly

10/07/2026 22:15

FC Zurich 1 - 2 Sochaux International Club Friendly

10/05/2026 00:30

Chateauroux 2 - 1 Sochaux France Ligue 3

02/05/2026 22:00

Sochaux 1 - 1 Valenciennes France Ligue 3

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Valenciennes

31/07/2026 23:00

Valenciennes 1 - 1 Boulogne International Club Friendly

23/07/2026 01:45

Eastleigh 0 - 3 Valenciennes International Club Friendly

18/07/2026 17:00

Kortrijk 1 - 1 Valenciennes International Club Friendly

04/07/2026 16:30

USL Dunkerque 0 - 2 Valenciennes International Club Friendly

10/05/2026 00:30

Bourg Peronnas 1 - 0 Valenciennes France Ligue 3

02/05/2026 22:00

Sochaux 1 - 1 Valenciennes France Ligue 3

Win

33%

Draw

50%

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

161

Avg. per game

0.61

Conceded

125

Avg. per game

0.47

Scored

134

Avg. per game

0.51

Conceded

156

Avg. per game

0.59

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 265 matches

YesNo

118 (45%)147 (55%)

In last 265 matches

NoYes

112 (42%)153 (58%)

Sochaux

Recent matches

Valenciennes

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(22%)10 35(78%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sochaux

Valenciennes

Shots

Sochaux

Total shots

9.50 avg / game

Blocked

219 total

Avg. 3.13

Valenciennes

Total shots

8.51 avg / game

Blocked

241 total

Avg. 2.32

Sochaux Pass Valenciennes

Total passes

39504

Avg. 444 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

45667

Avg. 374 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sochaux

265

Played games

Valenciennes

265

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.34

Clean sheets

0.29

4.05

1074

Corners

949

3.58

1.75

464

Throw-ins

493

1.86

0.90

239

Offsides

270

1.02

1.35

357

GK saves

472

1.78

Sochaux

DISCIPLINARY

Valenciennes

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.68

444

458

1.73

0.10

0.06

6.02

1594

Fouls

2221

8.38

4.63

1228

Tackles

1857

7.01

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How We Build the Sochaux vs Valenciennes Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sochaux vs Valenciennes on 31 January 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.

Sochaux vs Valenciennes Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Sochaux'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 Sochaux and Valenciennes sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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