Dunkerque vs Bastia tips and predictions

Close encounter expected in Ligue 2

With only 2 points between the two sides it's eigth placed Dunkerque versus first placed Bastiain this clash.

This should develop into a match with all outcomes being possible but the inclination is towards Bastia having the tools to get it done.

There's nothing inevitable about this fixture but the hosts might still feel the frustration from their recent returns. Dunkerque are like a box of chocolates at the moment. You never know what you're going to get. They've lost 11 of their last 19 games at home. Their defensive stats at home could make the difference in this match-up. They conceded two or more goals in 4 of their last 5 home matches and if they have any selection issues they could be in trouble.

Bastia have been successful in 5 of their last 7 away matches. They've scored at least once in 12 of their last 13 away fixtures and assuming they don't have any absentees from their starting 11 between now and the match, they should have the quality to enjoy further success here. If the away side puts in a repeat of what they are capable of they could be celebrating come full time.

Of course they might end up in stalemate. The match could develop into a battle of attrition with the two sides ultimately proving fairly even. It's not the best value available in today's previews but the No BTTS bet seems good.

Dunkerque have not won any of the last 3 games between the two teams.