Hard not to fancy Monaco against tired Lyon

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St-Etienne v RennesBT Sport ESPN, 4pm
St-Etienne's league results dipped during and after their unsuccessful efforts to overcome Manchester United in the Europa League last-32 but they are rebuilding – losing one of their last five – and can topple Rennes at the Stade Geoffroy Guichard.

Les Verts have lost just two home league games this season while Rennes have won just once on their top flight travels.

Recommendation
St Etienne
1pt 11-10 bet365

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Key stat
St-Etienne have lost one of their last nine home league matches.

Lyon v Monaco BT Sport 1, 8.15pm
Monaco defeated Borussia Dortmund twice to reach the Champions League semi-finals and should be backed to be victorious at Lyon.

Tiredness may be a factor for Lyon, who needed penalties to overcome Besiktas in the Europa League on Thursday, while Monaco dispatched Dortmund 3-1 a night earlier and should be fresher than their hosts.

Recommendation
Monaco
2pts 8-5 Hills

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Key stat
Monaco have won 11 of their last 12 fixtures.