Brest aims to continue their winning momentum in Ligue 1 when they host Strasbourg at Stade Francis-Le Ble. Brest’s 3-0 victory against Clermont placed them in the seventh position on the table, while Strasbourg’s 2-0 defeat to Reims leaves them just a point above the relegation playoff line.
Match Preview:
Brest’s attack has found resurgence against struggling defenses, scoring three goals each in consecutive league matches against Montpellier HSC (3-1) and Clermont.
Their recent 3-0 victory marked their first three-goal triumph since January 2023 and their third clean sheet of the season at home.
Under manager Eric Roy, Brest has shown improvement, amassing 21 points after 13 matchdays. A win in this fixture would place them above Reims in contention for a Europa League spot.
Strasbourg has struggled with slow starts and currently sits just three points above the relegation zone.
Patrick Vieira’s side has been slow off the mark, conceding first in eight league games and being outscored 10-1 in the first 45 minutes.
Le Racing is winless in seven matches, scoring one goal or fewer in each away fixture this season, earning only four points on the road.
Despite their recent struggles, Strasbourg has a decent record against Brest, losing only one of their last six encounters and avoiding defeat in their last three visits to Stade Francis-Le Ble.
Brest Ligue 1 form:
D L L L W W
Strasbourg Ligue 1 form:
L L D D D L
Team News:
Brest’s Pierre Lees-Melou returned from suspension while Jordan Amavi missed the last game due to a calf injury.
Romain Del Castillo’s brace in the previous match led Brest to a comfortable victory, supported by Mathias Pereira Lage’s goal and Marco Bizot’s clean sheet.
Strasbourg’s Maxime Bastian and Karol Fila are dealing with injuries. Kevin Gameiro scored his first goal of the season in the last game.
Possible Starting Lineups:
Brest: (4-3-3)
Bizot;
Lala, Chardonnet, Brassier, Locko;
Doumbia, Lees-Melou, Martin;
Del Castillo, Satriano, Pereira Lage
Strasbourg: (4-2-3-1)
Sels;
Senaya, Sylla, Perrin, Guilbert;
Sissoko, Doukoure;
Gabriel, Gameiro, Diarra;
Mothiba
Prediction: Brest 1-1 Strasbourg
While Brest has shown good form against weaker opponents, Strasbourg, despite their current struggles, has the potential to compete.
Vieira’s managerial acumen might help Strasbourg adapt and continue their solid play, resulting in a draw at Stade Francis-Le Ble.