TIPS - RC Lens VS RC Strasbourg Alsace

[(RC Lens) Strength]:
1. RC Lens are currently ranked third in the league, only two points behind the leaders. If the team can win, they will have a good chance of topping the league table. RC Lens are highly motivated and eager to secure all three points in front of the home fans to challenge for the top spot.
2. RC Lens have achieved a record of 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last 6 official matches, with a win rate of 50%. Their overall form is quite good.
3. RC Lens have performed fairly well in attack. In the last 6 matches across all competitions, they have scored 8 goals, averaging more than 1 goal per game, demonstrating a relatively high offensive efficiency.
4. RC Lens have performed quite well in defense. In the last 6 games across all competitions, they have conceded 5 goals, averaging less than 1 goal per game. Their performance in both attack and defense is balanced.
5. RC Lens' performance at home is commendable. So far this season, they have achieved a record of 5 wins and 1 loss in 6 games, with a win rate of over 80%.
6. RC Lens won 7 of their last 10 games in AH, and won all of their last 5 home games in AH.

[(RC Lens) Neutral]:
1. The only absence for RC Lens is center-back Gradit, who is suspended. Beyond that, they have a complete squad available.

[(RC Lens) Weakness]:
1. RC Lens' most recent home match against RC Strasbourg Alsace ended in a 0-2 defeat, halting their two-game winning streak at home against this opponents. They have only managed two victories in their last six home encounters with RC Strasbourg Alsace, indicating no significant psychological advantage.

[(RC Strasbourg Alsace) Strength]:
1. RC Strasbourg Alsace are currently ranked fourth in the league, only three points behind RC Lens. The team have a clear goal for this away game, which is to strive for points to closely follow the top teams in the league table.
2. RC Strasbourg Alsace defeated strong Lille OSC in the last round, achieving two consecutive victories in all competitions. Their win rate at the start of the league season is close to 60%.
3. RC Strasbourg Alsace's recent offensive performance has been very stable, scoring 15 goals in the last 6 matches, averaging more than 2 goals per game.
4. RC Strasbourg Alsace have remained unbeaten in their last two encounters with RC Lens. Historically, the head-to-head record is even, meaning they are not at a disadvantage.
5. RC Strasbourg Alsace won 6 of their last 10 games in AH, and won 3 of their last 4 games in AH.

[(RC Strasbourg Alsace) Weakness]:
1. RC Strasbourg Alsace are missing defenders Doukoure and Sow, as well as goalkeeper Johnsson and midfielder Oyedele, who are both unavailable for this match.
2. RC Strasbourg Alsace are not as strong away from home as they are at home. So far, they have only achieved 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses in 6 rounds, with a win rate of only 30%. Their ability to play away from home needs to be improved urgently.
3. RC Strasbourg Alsace's defense has lacked solidity, particularly on away field. They have conceded 14 goals in 6 away matches so far, averaging over two goals per game. Their offensive and defensive performances are not balanced.

[Tips]:
In terms of overall strength and league rankings, the gap between the two teams is extremely small. RC Lens are ranked third with 25 points, while RC Strasbourg Alsace are ranked fourth with 22 points.

RC Lens have been in excellent form recently, winning five of their last six league matches. Playing at home, they have a strong desire to win.

However, RC Strasbourg Alsace's overall performance this season has also been impressive. With an attack that has produced 24 goals in 12 league games, the RC Lens' defense will be severely tested.

While RC Lens boast a formidable attack, the suspension of defender Gradit could destabilize their backline. Meanwhile, RC Strasbourg Alsace, one of Ligue 1's youngest teams, pose a significant threat on the counter-attack with their energy and direct running on away field.

Taking into account the recent form and tactical characteristics of both sides, RC Strasbourg Alsace have a relatively high possibility of remaining unbeaten in this away match.

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