Etoile Sahel vs Stade Tunisien Prediction: A tough top table contest

The top-tier clash in Tunisia Ligue 1 is set to take place at the Stade Olympique de Sousse, featuring a face-off between Etoile Sahel and Stade Tunisien. As both teams currently occupy the 2nd and 1st positions, respectively, we can expect a challenging encounter. Let's delve into the match previews and formulate a prediction.

In their recent matches, Etoile Sahel emerged victorious in three games against Slimane, Gafsa, and Club Africain. Additional matches in this period concluded in draws against Olympique Béja and Ben Guerdane. Across these fixtures, Etoile Sahel scored a total of 6 goals while conceding only one.

In terms of performance in the current league season, Etoile Sahel has showcased an average of 1.3 goals scored per match. Moreover, the team has demonstrated proficiency in ball possession, maintaining an average possession rate of 52.50% in this season.

Stade Tunisien comes into this match with an impressive record, having won all of their last five games against Slimane, Olympique Béja, Ben Guerdane, Gafsa, and Club Africain. During this period, the away team scored a total of nine goals while conceding three.

In away games, Stade Tunisien averaged 1.64 goals scored per match and conceded 0.91. The team, however, faced disciplinary issues, accumulating 30 yellow cards and 3 red cards. As they head into this match, the visitors currently hold the top spot in the league standings with 23 points from 11 matches.

Stade Tunisien has excelled in ball possession, boasting an impressive average of 54.78% overall in this season.

Both teams possess the necessary qualities for a challenging contest, and there is no doubt that we are in for a tough match. My preference, however, leans towards an offensive approach, anticipating both teams to score. Despite Etoile Sahel being the favored side, their recent inconsistency poses a significant challenge. Considering Stade Tunisien's current winning streak, I predict this match will ultimately conclude in a draw.