Ligue 2
Pau vs Dunkerque
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 - 19:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Stade Du Hameau Idron 1
Pau vs Dunkerque Prediction & Stats - Ligue 2 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Pau vs Dunkerque carries real history into this round of the Ligue 2.
The two sides meet on 18/09 (Friday) at Stade Du Hameau Idron 1, 19:00 (UK time).
Read the Pau vs Dunkerque prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Pau vs Dunkerque
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Pau vs Dunkerque call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Correct Score: 1 - 1
Last updated on 16-09-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Pau the side to beat, with roughly 40% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Ligue 2 odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Pau Preview
Pau reach this fixture 6 match into their Ligue 2. Here is where Les Maynats stand:
In this competition
1 won, 2 drawn, 3 lost
0.83 points per game
4 scored, at 0.67 a game
6 conceded, at 1 a game
Les Maynats, season-wide
1 won, 2 drawn, 3 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Babacar Leye, 3 goals
Most assists: Jessy Benet, 1 assists
Recent results — Pau
11/09/2026 14:00
04/09/2026 14:00
28/08/2026 14:00
21/08/2026 14:00
14/08/2026 14:45
Dunkerque: how they are travelling
Dunkerque come in 6 matches into their Ligue 2.
Here is what Les Maritimes have produced:
In this competition
2 won, 2 drawn, 2 lost
1.33 points per game
10 scored, at 1.67 a game
10 conceded, at 1.67 a game
Les Maritimes, season-wide
2 won, 2 drawn, 2 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Thomas Robinet, 2 goals
Most assists: Thomas Robinet, 2 assists
Recent results — Les Maritimes
12/09/2026 14:00
04/09/2026 14:00
28/08/2026 14:00
21/08/2026 14:00
14/08/2026 14:45
The head-to-head favours Dunkerque
Dunkerque have generally come out ahead of Les Maynats in their recent meetings.
From 18 match(es):
Dunkerque: 7 win(s)
Pau: 4 win(s)
Drawn: 7
That trend is worth factoring into the Pau vs Dunkerque prediction.
Form comparison Pau vs Dunkerque
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Pau
France - Ligue 2
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
D
L
W
|
0.83 |
| Home |
D
L
L
|
0.33 |
| Away |
L
D
W
|
1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Goals | 1.67 | 1.33 | 2 |
| Scored | 0.67 | 0.33 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 67% | 33% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.35 | 1.73 | 0.97 |
|
xGA
|
1.36 | 1.06 | 1.67 |
Away Team
Dunkerque
France - Ligue 2
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
D
L
L
D
|
1.33 |
| Home |
W
D
L
W
|
1.75 |
| Away |
L
D
|
0.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.33 | 3 | 4 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 1.75 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.25 | 2.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 75% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 25% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.39 | 1.39 | 1.4 |
|
xGA
|
1.28 | 1.21 | 1.41 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Double Chance - 1X
The home team often holds the advantage in the Double Chance market, and that’s the case in this Pau vs Dunkerque clash. Our recommended bet is for Pau to win or the match to end in a draw.
Our analysis shows Pau as the superior side, giving them a strong chance to take all three points. But even if they don’t win outright, their ability to hold firm at home makes the 1X Double Chance bet a reliable option.
👉 Prediction: Dunkerque to Win
Dunkerque faces a tough challenge against Pau, especially playing at Stade Du Hameau Idron 1, but we still see them as the stronger side.
Their recent form has been outstanding, with strong performances and positive momentum on their side. Our betting tip is Dunkerque to win the match.
Fixture information - Pau vs Dunkerque
Match: Pau vs Dunkerque
Competition: Ligue 2
Date: Friday, 18/09/2026
Kick-off: 19:00 (UK time)
Venue: Stade Du Hameau Idron 1
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Stats
The statistics for Les Béarnais vs Dunkerque that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.67
League: 2.46
Both Teams to Score
42%
League: 54%
Over 1.5+
67%
League: 63%
Over 2.5+
25%
League: 44%
Cards
6.33
League: 3.81
Corners
12.33
League: 9.09
Home Team
Pau
France - Ligue 2
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
D
L
W
|
0.83 |
| Home |
D
L
L
|
0.33 |
| Away |
L
D
W
|
1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Goals | 1.67 | 1.33 | 2 |
| Scored | 0.67 | 0.33 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 67% | 33% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.35 | 1.73 | 0.97 |
|
xGA
|
1.36 | 1.06 | 1.67 |
Away Team
Dunkerque
France - Ligue 2
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
D
L
L
D
|
1.33 |
| Home |
W
D
L
W
|
1.75 |
| Away |
L
D
|
0.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.33 | 3 | 4 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 1.75 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.25 | 2.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 75% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 25% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.39 | 1.39 | 1.4 |
|
xGA
|
1.28 | 1.21 | 1.41 |
Corners
8.83 / Match
+2% Corners / Match
Dunkerque received +2% more corners than Pau in the Ligue 2
9 / Match
Montpellier
(3)
Sochaux
(8)
Rodez
(3)
Nancy
(5)
Dijon
(2)
Annecy
(6)(3)
Saint-Étienne
(2)
Clermont
(3)
Nancy
(5)
Montpellier
(9)
Reims
(10)
Grenoble Foot 38
Cards
2.17 / Match
+38% Cards / Match
Dunkerque received +38% more cards than Pau in the Ligue 2
3 / Match
Montpellier
(3)
Sochaux
(1)
Rodez
(1)
Nancy
(3)
Dijon
(2)
Annecy
(3)(4)
Saint-Étienne
(1)
Clermont
(2)
Nancy
(3)
Montpellier
(4)
Reims
(2)
Grenoble Foot 38
Goals Scored
0.67 / Match
+149%
Dunkerque is +149% better in terms of goals scored
1.67 / Match
Montpellier
(0)
Sochaux
(1)
Rodez
(2)
Nancy
(0)
Dijon
(1)
Annecy
(0)(2)
Saint-Étienne
(1)
Clermont
(0)
Nancy
(0)
Montpellier
(3)
Reims
(4)
Grenoble Foot 38
Goals Conceded
1 / Match
+40%
Dunkerque condeded +40% more goals than Pau
1.67 / Match
Montpellier
(1)
Sochaux
(1)
Rodez
(2)
Nancy
(1)
Dijon
(0)
Annecy
(1)(1)
Saint-Étienne
(1)
Clermont
(2)
Nancy
(1)
Montpellier
(3)
Reims
(2)
Grenoble Foot 38
Ligue 2 Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Saint-Étienne
|
6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 2.5 |
| 2 |
Reims
|
6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 2 |
| 3 |
Montpellier
|
6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 11 | 1.83 |
| 4 |
Red Star
|
6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 11 | 1.83 |
| 5 |
Annecy
|
6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 10 | 1.67 |
| 6 |
Metz
|
6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 1.5 |
| 7 |
Sochaux
|
6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 9 | 1.5 |
| 8 |
Guingamp
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 8 | 1.33 |
| 9 |
Dunkerque
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 1.33 |
| 10 |
Nancy
|
6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 1.17 |
| 11 |
Rodez
|
6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 12 | -1 | 7 | 1.17 |
| 12 |
Grenoble Foot 38
|
6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 10 | -3 | 7 | 1.17 |
| 13 |
Dijon
|
6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 9 | -1 | 6 | 1 |
| 14 |
Boulogne
|
6 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 5 | 0.83 |
| 15 |
Clermont
|
6 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 5 | 0.83 |
| 16 |
Pau
|
6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | -2 | 5 | 0.83 |
| 17 |
Nantes
|
6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 12 | -5 | 4 | 0.67 |
| 18 |
Laval
|
6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 13 | -6 | 4 | 0.67 |
Odds
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