Slimane vs Gafsa Prediction: Bottom spots contest will be dull

The match between Slimane and Gafsa in round 12 of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1 will take place at Stade de Soliman. As both teams enter this game with the intention of securing a victory, which side do you believe has the higher likelihood of success?

In their recent matches, Slimane secured two victories in their last five games against Olympique Béja and Bizertin. However, they faced challenges in matches against Etoile du Sahel, Stade Tunisien, and Ben Guerdane. Across these games, Slimane managed to score five goals while conceding the same number. In the current league season, Slimane has averaged 0.67 goals per match. Concerning discipline, the home team received 11 yellow cards and one red card. Notably, Slimane has struggled to maintain ball possession, averaging 42.57% possession in this season.

Gafsa comes into this match with only one victory in their last five games, which was against Metlaoui. Unfortunately, they faced defeats in the other matches against Club Africain, Etoile du Sahel, and Stade Tunisien, while one fixture ended in a draw against Ben Guerdane. Across these matches, the away team scored five goals and conceded eight. In away games specifically, Gafsa averaged 0.67 goals scored and 1.44 goals conceded. The team also received 15 yellow cards and one red card due to disciplinary actions. Gafsa has struggled to maintain ball possession, with an overall season average of 41.80%.

This match is expected to be a challenging encounter, with both teams facing difficulties. It's tough to confidently support either side given their struggles. However, the hosts appear to have a slight edge over Gafsa, and I anticipate them securing the win. Considering the likelihood of both teams emphasizing defensive play, another viable option to consider is a bet on a low-scoring match.