Lyon vs Castres Olympique Prediction: A close one expected to end in the visiting side favor

Lyon and Castres Olympique are set to face each other in the 18th round of the France Top 14 at Stade Gerland. Both teams experienced losses in their previous weekend matches. How will this end?

Lyon experienced a road defeat in their previous match against Aviron Bayonnais, concluding with a 39-10 loss last weekend. On the other hand, an examination of the host's recent performances indicates overall decent play. In their last five league matches, Lyon secured victories against USA Perpignan, Stade Rochelais, and US Oyonnax. Nevertheless, they faced a setback in the 14th round encounter against Clermont, resulting in a 38-21 defeat.

Castres Olympique's three-game winning streak came to a halt last weekend with a 33-6 defeat against Stade Toulousain. This loss marked the third in their last six matches, with previous defeats against Gloucester and Clermont. Despite these setbacks, Castres Olympique secured victories against Section Paloise, RC Toulonnais, and Bordeaux Begles, currently holding the 4th position in the league standings.

The odds appear to strongly favor Castres Olympique based on their recent performance leading up to this game. On the contrary, Lyon is secure in their home setting with strong support, but endorsing them is challenging given their overall season performance. Nevertheless, this match is anticipated to be highly competitive, with both teams showcasing their best and demonstrating character. Considering all factors, it is expected that Castres Olympique will cover the spread, and the total number of points scored will be on the higher side.