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Brest failed to beat Paris Saint-Germain in their last fixture, extending their winless run to seven games. They have conceded as many as 17 goals across these seven matches, exposing severe defensive flaws. Having already achieved their league objectives ahead of schedule, coach Roy has tested four different formations in their last five games to build and adjust a new squad for next season, which largely explains their poor defensive record. Loko, Chardonnet and Coulibaly will remain unavailable for this clash.

Strasbourg drew with Angers last time out, stretching their winless streak across all competitions to four matches. With no realistic chance of qualifying for European football, they have effectively given up on domestic league ambitions. Following their elimination from the Europa Conference League by Rayo Vallecano on the 8th, their campaign for the season has officially concluded.

Against Angers, Strasbourg began squad rotation, granting extended minutes to substitutes and fielding several teenage players aged 18 and 19, signalling early preparations for the next term. Their lack of squad depth caused by injuries during the tie against Rayo Vallecano makes developing young talent a logical priority right now.

The market offers a level handicap, which clearly undervalues Strasbourg. Considering Brest’s seven-game winless form, such a flat line strongly favours a strong performance from the home side. Predicted scores: 2-2, 3-2

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