Epinal vs Lille OSC
The continued match of the French Cup round of 16 will present a match between Epinal who plays host at Lille at the Stade de la Colombière. Playing in front of supporters is indeed an advantage for Epinal but returning to see their opposing team is a strong team so that the benefits are like nothing.
Epinal itself is a representative team of the fourth tier of French football competition, can step up to this round to be a great achievement for a team of Epinal class. The team made by X. Collin successfully eliminated 4 teams, FC Sochaux, FC Mulhouse, Sannois-St-Gratien and Saint-Pierroise. But Epinal’s victory was achieved with difficulty, even though the real match was against Lille.
Turning to Lille who swallowed a bitter pill in a row in the last 2 matches, first V. Osimhen and colleagues were eliminated from the French League Cup after losing a penalty against Lyon then continued in the match day of the French League humiliated by Paris Saint Germain 2 goals without reply, Lille helpless to face 2 strong teams in a row so victory in this fight is very important to keep the championship opportunities at the same time raise the morale of the team.
This meeting was their first meeting in history, Epinal certainly welcomed this fight despite realizing that their chances of qualifying were very small. Dealing with runners-up France Ligue 1 last season was a very valuable experience while Lille was fortunate that the 8th chance was easier. It is very likely that Lille will win this match.
Our Prediction: Under 2.5
Odds: 2.30