The stage is set for a thrilling French National encounter between Bourg-en-bresse 01 and Villefranche on 02.05.2026. As both teams are closely matched, the outcome of this match is anyone's guess. Our expert analysis delves into the tactical aspects of the game, offering a comprehensive prediction that could guide your betting decisions. Ensure to read our detailed prediction before placing your bets.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Caen | 30 | 8 | 15 | 7 | 38/31 | 39 |
| 9 | Villefranche | 30 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 32/42 | 36 |
| 10 | Concarneau | 29 | 8 | 11 | 10 | 30/35 | 35 |
| 14 | Quevilly | 29 | 7 | 8 | 14 | 33/42 | 29 |
| 15 | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 30 | 6 | 7 | 17 | 23/44 | 25 |
| 16 | Chateauroux | 29 | 4 | 12 | 13 | 29/45 | 24 |
Key Player Statistics: Bourg-en-bresse 01 vs Villefranche
x 4Bourg-en-bresse 01 vs Villefranche Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National 1 | Villefranche | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 12.12.2025 | 0-1 |
| National 1 | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | Villefranche | 02.05.2025 | 0-0 |
| National 1 | Villefranche | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 10.01.2025 | 1-1 |
| National 1 | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | Villefranche | 03.03.2023 | 0-1 |
| National 1 | Villefranche | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 23.09.2022 | 3-2 |
| National 1 | Villefranche | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 13.05.2022 | 4-1 |
| National 1 | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | Villefranche | 06.08.2021 | 1-1 |
| National 1 | Villefranche | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 12.03.2021 | 1-1 |
| National 1 | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | Villefranche | 09.10.2020 | 1-0 |
| National 1 | Villefranche | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 28.02.2020 | 1-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National 1 | Sochaux | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 24.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| National 1 | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | Caen | 17.04.2026 | 0-2 |
| National 1 | Dijon | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 10.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| National 1 | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | Gobelins | 03.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| National 1 | Fleury 91 | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 27.03.2026 | 3-0 |
| National 1 | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | Stade Briochin | 21.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| National 1 | Versailles | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 13.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| National 1 | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | Rouen | 06.03.2026 | 3-1 |
| National 1 | Quevilly | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 28.02.2026 | 2-2 |
| National 1 | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | Orleans | 20.02.2026 | 0-3 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National 1 | Caen | Villefranche | 24.04.2026 | 3-0 |
| National 1 | Villefranche | Gobelins | 17.04.2026 | 3-1 |
| National 1 | Stade Briochin | Villefranche | 10.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| National 1 | Villefranche | Rouen | 03.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| National 1 | Orleans | Villefranche | 27.03.2026 | 0-0 |
| National 1 | Villefranche | Le Puy Foot | 20.03.2026 | 2-3 |
| National 1 | Chateauroux | Villefranche | 13.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| National 1 | Villefranche | Valenciennes | 06.03.2026 | 2-3 |
| National 1 | Sochaux | Villefranche | 27.02.2026 | 2-1 |
| National 1 | Villefranche | Dijon | 20.02.2026 | 1-2 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Bourg-en-bresse 01 VS Villefranche
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Bourg-en-bresse 01 vs Villefranche
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Bourg-en-bresse 01 vs Villefranche
This is a local derby with real consequences. Bourg-en-Bresse 01 host Villefranche in a French National fixture where every point matters — and for the hosts, it matters more than ever.
Bourg sit 15th in the table with just 25 points from 30 games. That's a relegation battle, plain and simple. Villefranche are safer in 9th with 36 points, but their recent form tells a messier story than their position suggests.
Here's what you need to watch for. Bourg's last five league games have produced just one win — a narrow 1-0 over Gobelins — alongside three defeats and a draw. They've shipped goals freely too, conceding 44 in 30 games. That's the worst defensive record in this matchup by some distance.
But don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Villefranche being the comfortable favourites here. Their away form has been shaky. They've lost their last three away league games — to Caen (3-0), Sochaux (2-1), and Valenciennes (2-3). That's a telling pattern for a side travelling to a desperate home team.
The head-to-head history adds genuine intrigue. In their last six meetings in National 1, neither side has dominated. Bourg actually won the last encounter back in December, beating Villefranche 1-0. And here's a surprising stat — in 10 of their last 15 head-to-head clashes across all competitions, at least one side failed to score. Goalless halves and tight margins define this rivalry.
From a betting perspective, the odds tell an interesting story. Bourg at 2.10 looks like fair value for a home side fighting for survival. The draw at 2.90 also catches my eye given how these two cancel each other out historically. I'd avoid backing Villefranche to win outright at 3.25 given their dire away record right now.
My specific prediction: this ends 1-0 to Bourg-en-Bresse. A scrappy, tense affair with the hosts grinding out a narrow win in front of their own fans. Under 2.5 goals feels like the smart market to target here — five of their last six head-to-heads produced two goals or fewer.
Desperation can be the greatest motivator in football. Bourg-en-Bresse need this more. And on Friday night, that might just be enough.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M. Guel | Côte d'Ivoire | 26 | Attacker | 172 | 80 |
| N. Vitré | France | 28 | Defender | 182 | 78 |
| Q. Lacour | France | 32 | Defender | 193 | 78 |
| F. Kembolo | France | 35 | Midfielder | 166 | 65 |
| M. Magassouba | France | 31 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| R. Laspalles | France | 29 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Z. Souleymane | Niger | 31 | Defender | 185 | 75 |
| A. Pembélé | France | 25 | Defender | 180 | 70 |
| B. Besic | France | 23 | Attacker | 180 | 77 |
| S. Cissé | France | 23 | Attacker | 174 | 65 |
| M. Bodmer | France | 21 | Midfielder | 179 | 70 |
| Kelvin Patrick | Cape Verde | 25 | Midfielder | 187 | n/a |
| D. Banzouzi | France | 22 | Attacker | 188 | n/a |
| R. Slimani | France | 22 | Midfielder | 174 | 63 |
| A. Do Marcolino | France | 19 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Boumaaoui | France | 21 | Attacker | 187 | n/a |
| F. Mecheri | France | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| M. Conté | France | 22 | Defender | 193 | n/a |
| A. Mazuy | France | 23 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| B. Tankiev | France | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R. Mroivili | France | 27 | Midfielder | 180 | 68 |
| V. Marcel | France | 29 | Midfielder | 180 | n/a |
| K. Testud | France | 34 | Attacker | 180 | 66 |
| E. Valentim | France | 25 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| J. Sebban | France | 29 | Midfielder | 175 | 72 |
| H. Sbaï | France | 26 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| A. Ahamada | Comoros | 23 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| B. Leye | France | 25 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| S. Péan | France | 26 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 82 |
| T. Grippon | France | 25 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| K. Sylla | France | 27 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| A. Thoumin | France | 24 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| I. Boudache | France | 23 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| K. Mixtur | Guadeloupe | 22 | Attacker | 184 | n/a |
| S. Keita | France | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Kemryk Nagera | France | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| E. Kabeya | France | 19 | Defender | 189 | 83 |
| Y. Sofiane | France | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| T. Matip Ngom | France | 21 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| P. Kissling | Switzerland | 21 | Attacker | 184 | n/a |
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