Lyon vs Zenit Betting Tips

Lyon’s prospects of qualifying for the knockout phase of the Champions League hangs on a knife’s edge after their heavy 3-1 defeat at the hands of Zenit in Russia. They’ve managed just a single point from their opening three games.

Still, their performances in Ligue 1 have gradually been improving. Indeed, there are signs that this roster is coming together. Hard to believe that anything other than a win will do for Lyon in this match-up.

Zenit have an opportunity to make some serious headway in this group. They’ve won three out of three, including a crucial trip to face Valencia. They’ve got plenty of talent going forward and it looks like the 2015/16 edition has some decent structure and organisation as well.

The ultimate test of their Champions League prospects depend upon their away form, which is what makes Wednesday’s game so important.

Three Reasons for Betting Tips

1. Lyon not big goal-scorers

The French side don’t score a lot in domestic competition and they have just two goals through three group stage games so far.

2. Backing this Zenit side

Traditional Russian teams, and Zenit inparticular, have struggled on the road in European football, but there’s something different about this club.

3. Best odds

Effectively, the Asian Handicap gives us a Double Chance bet but with better odds.