Rouen and Valenciennes face each other on Thursday 09.03.2026, at 19:45 (UK Time), in a National 2026/27 match. The game will take place at Rouen's home ground, the Stade Robert Diochon.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Rouen and VA, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Rouen vs Valenciennes
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Under 2.5 Goals
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Rouen preview
Rouen heads into the match with the following record in the National: in 4 matches, Rouen secured 3 victories, 1 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 2.5 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Rouen's 2026/27 season, the team has achieved a total of 17 victories so far.
Rouen has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 50 goals, of which 7 were scored in the National, resulting in an average of 1.75 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Kenny Rocha Santos, who has found the back of the net 9 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Kenny Rocha Santos has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, Rouen has conceded 1 goals in the National (an average of 0.25 per game) and 30 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 0.83 per match in the 2026/27 campaign.
Valenciennes preview
Valenciennes comes into the game with 4 matches played so far in the National. They have secured 1 victories, 1 draws, and 2 losses, maintaining an average of 1 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026/27 season, the team has recorded 11 wins, 9 draws, and 16 losses.
VA's attack has been highly effective, scoring 38 goals during this period. Of that total, 3 were netted in the National, with an average of 0.75 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.06.
Les Athéniens's offensive system is led by Gaëtan Courtet, the team's top scorer this season. The french forward has found the back of the net 6 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Kader Diomandé. The midfielder has contributed with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 6 goals with an average of 1.5 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 48 goals in 36 matches, averaging 1.33 per match.
Head to head: Rouen vs Valenciennes
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Rouen
France - National
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W D W |
2.6 |
| Home | W D L W D |
1.6 |
| Away | W W W D D |
2.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 75% | 50% | 100% |
| Goals | 2 | 1.5 | 2.5 |
| Scored | 1.75 | 1.5 | 2 |
| Conceded | 0.25 | 0 | 0.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 75% | 100% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 75% | 50% | 100% |
|
xG
|
1.47 | 1.45 | 1.51 |
|
xGA
|
1.17 | 1.23 | 1.11 |
Valenciennes
France - National
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L W L D |
1 |
| Home | D W D L W |
1.6 |
| Away | L L L D L |
0.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.25 | 1 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 0.75 | 1 | 0.5 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 0 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 50% | 100% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 75% | 50% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.52 | 1.24 |
|
xGA
|
1.14 | 1.21 | 1.07 |
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