Annecy vs Lorient Prediction & Tips
FC Annecy have long been in the running for a play-off place in Ligue 1, but have fallen behind in recent weeks. In fact, the Annecy-based club had just one win in their previous 7 matches. They have slipped back to 8th place in the table. The team coached by Laurent Guyot is just 4 points off the top 5. They will therefore need a string of good results to keep their hopes of a place in the play-offs alive. And matchday 31 promises to be no easy task. FC Annecy host FC Lorient at the Parc des Sports on Monday at 8.45pm.
Prior to the start of this matchday, FC Lorient were top of Ligue 2. Although there are not many games left to play, they are not yet certain of a direct promotion to France’s top flight. Les Merlus have just 4 points more than FC Metz (3rd). Olivier Pantaloni’s men have been in fine form recently. They have won their last 4 league games. They won’t be taking their foot off the pedal in this final sprint. They will be doing everything in their power to win at Annecy and move a step closer to a direct promotion to Ligue 1.
