In Reims, the LOSC must stay the course and chain a second essential success. The task does not look simple, but possible. Discover the essential information to remember a few hours before this match counting for the 34th day of Ligue 1.
A fourth place at stake?
Despite ten points recovered out of fifteen in the last five confrontations, LOSC still managed to grab a few points in the standings. Les Dogues are still in fifth place, three points behind Rennes (sixth) but two points behind Monaco (fourth). Less than 24 hours before the match against Reims, Paulo Fonseca prefers to focus on one game at a time. ” We have a very difficult game, I can’t think of Monaco yet. I remain totally focused on the Reims match. »
The presentation of Reims – LOSC
Duels still undecided
In recent years, it has been difficult to give a prediction in the meetings between Reims and LOSC. For what ? Quite simply because the record in history is strictly equal between these two teams. Each of the teams gleaned six wins, not to mention four draws. Recently, during the 17th day, Rémois and Lille had left on a draw at Pierre Mauroy. For the Mastiffs, Jonathan David had scored the only goal for his team. Last season, Reims and Lille secured a success each, on the North side for the outward journey and on the East side for the return. Despite the latest trends, nothing seems settled for tomorrow’s match, even if the stakes for Lille are numerous.
Five things to know before Reims – LOSC
What about the Lille midfielder?
This is the big question mark for this trip to Reims. Which midfielder will Paulo Fonseca favor? Absent for personal reasons against Ajaccio, Benjamin Andre should be reinstated. Author of a double, Andre Gomes could complete the pair in the middle. But then, what aboutAngel Gomes ? Indeed, the English should start replacing, and this, because Jonathan Bamba could be renewed on the offensive left side. In defense, Jose Fonte will return alongsidealexander sandro to form the central hinge. For this Reims – LOSC, no other changes should occur, with executives like Remy Cabella Or Jonathan David present.
The probable compositions of Reims – LOSC
An attack-oriented midfielder for Fonseca
” Angel and André have more offensive characteristics. They have the freedom to go further. André made good decisions on the last 30 meters. I really like what the two did during the game. »
The interview with Paulo Fonseca before Reims – LOSC
The number: 108
Only Marseilles (276) attempted more shots than Lille (262) and Reims (253) in Ligue 1 in 2023. LOSC is even the only team to have framed more than 100 times in the top flight this year (108).
The numbers to know
Paul CLAUZARD
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