Prediction for match Dunkerque — Annecy

Odds and Match Outcome Probabilities

In the French Ligue 2 on January 31, Dunkerque will face Annecy. The odds for a Dunkerque win are 1.99, a draw is 3.20, and an Annecy win is 3.96. Dunkerque's victory probability is estimated at 47.07%, a draw at 29.27%, and Annecy's win at 23.65%. Based on these figures, bookmakers favor Dunkerque, but a draw is also considered a likely outcome. Both teams have shown commendable performances in recent matches, adding intrigue to the upcoming encounter.

Team Results and Statistics

Dunkerque has won three of their last five matches: 3-1 against Pau, 3-1 against Montpellier, and 2-1 against Laval, with losses to Le Mans 0-1 and Strasbourg 1-2. Annecy is also in decent form with victories over Clermont Foot 2-1, Amiens 2-0, and Guingamp 3-0, and losses to Reims 1-2 and Le Mans 1-2. In their last head-to-head on August 16, 2025, the teams drew 2-2. Additional stats: Dunkerque averages 56.6% possession over five matches, receives 2 yellow cards, commits 12.2 fouls, and 1.2 offsides per game. Annecy averages 45.6% possession, 2.4 yellow cards, 16 fouls, and 1.8 offsides. These stats indicate that Dunkerque controls the ball more often, while Annecy plays a more aggressive game and commits more fouls.

How Many Goals to Expect?

Both teams have been scoring well in their last five matches: Dunkerque has seen over 2.5 goals in four out of five games, and Annecy similarly in four out of five. Dunkerque's average goals per match is 3, while Annecy's is 2.8. Both teams average 1.8 goals scored per game, with Dunkerque conceding 1.2 and Annecy 1. By halves: Dunkerque has three out of five games with over 1.5 goals in the first half, Annecy only one. In the second half, Dunkerque has two out of five over 1.5, Annecy four out of five. By intervals: Dunkerque most frequently scores between 16-30 minutes (38%) and concedes between 46-60 minutes (57%). Annecy is most productive in the second half: 25% of goals between 46-60 and 76-90 minutes, and concedes most often between 61-75 minutes (43%). This profile suggests a high likelihood of over 2.5 goals, which is priced at 2.19. Both teams regularly score and concede, and the timing dynamics support a bet on a high-scoring match.

Analysis of Corner Totals

On average, Dunkerque earns 3.6 corners over five matches, and Annecy 4.8, totaling 8.4 per game. In a series of five matches, Dunkerque hasn't exceeded 9.5 corners, while Annecy has done so in three out of five. The most closely aligned total to the average is 8.5: over 8.5 corners is priced at 1.72, under at 1.98. Dunkerque is favored to win the corner count with odds of 1.66. Based on statistics, a bet on over 8.5 corners seems logical, especially considering both teams' attacking styles and frequent wing play. Additionally, betting on Dunkerque to win the corner count could be considered, given their recent activity.