Scheduled for 13 December 2024 as part of Matchday 15 in the Ligue 1 is the Toulouse vs Saint-Étienne game. Comprising 33,150 seats, the Stadium Municipal in Toulouse will host the event. Leonard T. from France will referee this game. Sitting in 10th position with 18 points from 14 games, Toulouse enters this collision as the better-placed club; Saint-Étienne is suffering in 16th place, only 5 points above the relegation zone. Toulouse dropped 2-0 to Monaco and Saint-Étienne suffered a 2-0 loss to Marseille; both clubs lost their last Ligue 1 games to Monaco and Marseille.
While Saint-Étienne sorely needs points to escape the relegation zone, this game gives Toulouse a chance to confirm their place in the middle-table since both clubs exhibit erratic play. Let’s examine the teams’ previous performance and what we could anticipate from this clash as we explore the Toulouse vs Saint-Étienne prediction today.
Betting Tips and Match Insights
Today’s Toulouse versus Saint-Étienne forecast concentrates on the different forms of both teams. With 4 victories in their past 6 games, Toulouse has lately shown much improvement. Saint-Étienne has been suffering on the road, losing six of seven away games, however. With only one goal dropped in their past five home games, Toulouse’s defence has been strong at home. Saint-Étienne’s weak defence is a major obstacle because they allow an average of 3.57 goals per match away from home. Joshua King’s play has been crucial for Toulouse’s success; he has been regularly scoring, particularly in the first half of games. Saint-Étienne will mostly depend on Zuriko Davitashvili, their leading scorer. Both teams depend on this encounter; Saint-Étienne wants to turn their fortunes around while Toulouse wants to stretch their current trend.
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Current Ligue 1 Standings for Toulouse vs Saint-Étienne December 13, 2024
Every point matters in the struggle for Ligue 1 success as the season goes on. Aiming to raise their ranks in the league, Toulouse and Saint-Étienne both want to grab significant points in this pivotal game. Let’s examine each clubs’ performance so far in the current Ligue 1 season.
Toulouse Results
Recent findings from Toulouse reveal a general upward trend in their performance. Following a difficult beginning to the season, they have landed some crucial wins that will enable them to rise to tenth in the standings. Having only one defeat in their last five games, their home record has been especially impressive. Toulouse intends to keep up this strong run against a faltering Saint-Étienne team.
Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | W/L |
06/12/24 | Ligue 1 | Toulouse vs Monaco | 0-2 | L |
29/11/24 | Ligue 1 | Toulouse vs Rennes | 3-1 | W |
23/11/24 | Ligue 1 | Toulouse vs Lyon | 1-1 | D |
09/11/24 | Ligue 1 | Toulouse vs Montpellier | 2-0 | W |
02/11/24 | Ligue 1 | Toulouse vs Nantes | 1-0 | W |
With three wins, one tie, and only one defeat in their last five home games, Toulouse has been robust at home. Monaco was the lone recent setback; generally, however, they have showed fortitude, especially in defence. With their defensive stability and Joshua King’s strong assault, could the three points be taken against a club suffering away from home.
Saint-Étienne Results
With only four victories in 14 games and yet to win a game away from home, Saint-Étienne has been in a terrible state in Ligue 1. Their away record has been terrible six defeats and one tie. Notwithstanding this, Olivier Dall’Oglio, their coach, has Toulouse experience; he has already produced a few decent successes there. But their lack of offensive potency and bad defensive record will make it difficult to get anything from this game.
Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | W/L |
07/12/24 | Ligue 1 | Saint-Étienne vs Marseille | 0-2 | L |
29/11/24 | Ligue 1 | Saint-Étienne vs Lyon | 1-1 | D |
23/11/24 | Ligue 1 | Saint-Étienne vs Lille | 0-3 | L |
09/11/24 | Ligue 1 | Saint-Étienne vs Toulouse | 1-1 | D |
02/11/24 | Ligue 1 | Saint-Étienne vs Montpellier | 1-4 | L |
With just two victories in their last five games, Saint-Étienne has battled consistency. Given their heavy concessions, particularly away from home, the current performance reveals an obvious defence problem. Given just 11 goals scored in 14 games, their lack of scoring capability has also raised questions.
Toulouse vs Saint-Étienne Head-to-Head Results
Toulouse and Saint-Étienne have had a rather equal record in their past five meetings. Toulouse has one win; Saint-Étienne has two; two of their games came up in a draw. Though Toulouse has been more steady in recent seasons, these results show that the clubs are somewhat equally matched in head-to–head contests.
Date | Competition | Matchup | Result |
09/11/24 | Ligue 1 | Saint-Étienne vs Toulouse | 1-1 |
06/04/19 | Ligue 1 | Toulouse vs Saint-Étienne | 2-1 |
02/02/19 | Ligue 1 | Saint-Étienne vs Toulouse | 1-1 |
19/08/18 | Ligue 1 | Toulouse vs Saint-Étienne | 1-1 |
12/05/18 | Ligue 1 | Saint-Étienne vs Toulouse | 2-1 |
The last meeting between these two teams was in November 2024, which ended in a 1-1 draw. Historically, their meetings tend to be tight, and we can expect another close contest.
Toulouse Probable Lineup
Ahead of their Ligue 1 clash against Saint-Étienne, Toulouse is expected to line up with their strongest available squad. They will aim to control possession and create chances while being solid defensively at home.
Restes (GK), Sidibe (DF), Cresswell (DF), McKenzie (DF), Donnum (DF), Casseres Jr (MF), Sierro (MF), Suazo (MF), Aboukhlal (MF), Gboho (FW), King (FW)
Saint-Étienne Probable Lineup
Saint-Étienne will be looking to break their winless streak away from home. With several key players missing, they will need to rely on their remaining squad to deliver a solid performance, particularly their playmaker Davitashvili.
Larsonneur (GK), Appiah (DF), Batubinsika (DF), Abdelhamid (DF), Petrot (DF), Cornud (MF), Bouchouari (MF), Ekwah (MF), Mouton (FW), Davitashvili (FW), Sissoko (FW)
INJURED AND QUESTIONABLE PLAYERS
Before making any betting decisions or predictions, it’s essential to know which players will be unavailable for the match. Injuries, suspensions, or tactical decisions can significantly affect the outcome of a match. Here is a list of players who are expected to miss the Toulouse vs Saint-Étienne clash.
Toulouse Player | Reason | Saint-Étienne Player | Reason |
Rasmus Nicolaisen | Injury (Ankle) | Aimen Moueffek | Injury |
Anthony Briancon | Injury | ||
Augustine Boakye | Injury | ||
Benjamin Old | Injury | ||
Ibrahima Wadji | Injury | ||
Mickael Nade | Injury | ||
Thomas Monconduit | Injury | ||
Yvann Macon | Injury | ||
Mathieu Cafaro | Suspension |
Key Match Factors to Watch
Before this Toulouse versus Saint-Étienne projection 2024, one has to take numerous elements into account. Though both clubs have had erratic seasons, Toulouse’s home advantage might be rather important. Saint-Étienne’s defensive efforts and dismal away record made it doubtful that they would land their first away victory of the season. While Saint-Étienne’s hopes rests on the shoulders of Zuriko Davitashvili, their leading scorer, Toulouse will depend on Joshua King’s form, who has been scoring in the first half of recent games.
- Toulouse’s strong home form;
- Saint-Étienne’s poor away record;
- Toulouse’s defensive solidity at home;
- Saint-Étienne’s inability to score away from home;
- Injuries to key Saint-Étienne players, including several defenders;
- Toulouse’s attack, led by Joshua King;
- Saint-Étienne’s struggles in defense and attack;
- Possible impact of referee Leonard T.
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Free Tips on Toulouse vs Saint-Étienne
You should keep a few significant factors in mind that could affect the result before betting on the Toulouse vs Saint-Étienne game. These suggestions will enable you to evaluate the game depending on statistical patterns, team performance, and outside variables. Examining these features can help you to know which team dominates this Ligue 1 game.
- Recent Team Form: Toulouse have shown significant improvement in their recent matches, winning four of their last six Ligue 1 games. In contrast, Saint-Étienne has been struggling, having lost three of their last four. Teams on a winning streak generally exhibit more confidence, so Toulouse may have the upper hand going into this fixture.
- Home vs. Away Performance: Toulouse have been strong at home, having lost just one of their last five league games at the Stadium Municipal (W3, D1). On the other hand, Saint-Étienne has not managed a single away win this season and has conceded a troubling average of 3.57 goals per match on the road. This suggests Toulouse’s home advantage could be a deciding factor.
- Injuries & Suspensions: Toulouse will be without Rasmus Nicolaisen due to injury, but their attacking strength remains intact with Josh King and Zakaria Aboukhlal, both top scorers. Saint-Étienne, however, will miss several key players, including Aimen Moueffek and Thomas Monconduit, which may leave them vulnerable, especially in midfield.
- Head-to-Head Trends: Historically, Saint-Étienne has had a good record against Toulouse, going unbeaten in the last eight meetings (W4, D4). However, the last encounter between these teams was in 2018-19, and with Toulouse’s improved form, the trend could be about to change.
- Matchday Conditions: While weather conditions are always unpredictable, keep an eye on the forecast for matchday. Heavy rain or poor pitch conditions could favor a more direct style of play, potentially benefiting Toulouse, who are comfortable on their home pitch, which has been a fortress recently.
These tips are designed to help you evaluate the key factors influencing the Toulouse vs Saint-Étienne match. Be sure to consider these insights before making your decision to place a bet.
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Match Prediction: Toulouse vs Saint-Étienne 2024
Given Saint-Étienne’s poor away performance and defensive problems, the Toulouse versus Saint-Étienne odds point to Toulouse as preferred to win this game. Toulouse is expected to get all three points in this game given their recent gains and solid home record. Saint-Étienne will have to greatly improve their away performance if they are to gain anything from this game, even if they are capable of an upset.
Our Prediction: Toulouse 2-1 Saint-Étienne
Prediction Type | Prediction | Odds |
Match Result | Toulouse to Win | 1.47 |
Total Goals | Over 2.5 Goals | 1.79 |
Both teams to score | Yes | 1.94 |
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