Saturday's Ligue 1 prediction: Troyes vs. Le Mans

Today's Ligue 1 prediction involves the clash between Troyes and Le Mans.

Troyes vs. Le Mans (Saturday, 7.45pm)

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The top two teams in the French second tier last season will meet in Ligue 1 action Saturday, with Troyes welcoming Le Mans to Stade de l’Aube.

ESTAC sit 17th after a 0-0 draw at Toulouse, two places below Le Mans, who drew Auxerre 1-1 on matchday eight.

We say: Troyes 2-1 Le Mans

Both sides look vulnerable defensively, but we believe home field and Troyes’ strong defensive performance last week will help them settle into this match more quickly and earn them a narrow victory.

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