JS Omrane vs Gabes Prediction: The battle of two inconsistent sides

At Stade Chedli Zouiten, JS Omrane will take on Gabes in round 13 of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1. This fixture will be the first meeting of the two teams, and they will come out hoping to win. Which team wins here? Below, I will look into the match previews and betting opportunities. 

JS Omrane

JS Omrane played Etoile du Sahel the previous weekend, and they suffered a 3-0 defeat. In a game that ended 3-0, JS Omrane conceded twice before the break, with Raki Aouani and Zied Boughattas putting their opponent in a strong lead. However, Firas Chaouat's strike in the 58th minute ended JS Omrane's chances as their unbeaten run extended to seven. 

In their last home matches, JS Omrane have settled for draws, playing CA Bizertin, Meltlaoui, and Slimane. In fact, JS Omrane have only won one in their last five home matches, coming against CS Sfaxien, ending 1-0, as they also lost to Monastir in that run. 

JS Omrane have 13 points from their first 12 league games. In that run, JS Omrane scored ten goals while conceding 15.  

Gabes

Gabes were at home against Ben Guerdane the previous weekend, and they settled for a 1-1 draw. In a game that ended 1-1, Rayane Yaakoubi's strike put Gabes in the lead. However, Nassim Sioud's strike in the 50th minute denied this team maximum points, extending their unbeaten run to three. In that run, Gabes lost to Etoile Sahel and Zarzis, ending identical 2-0. 

However, Gabes have not picked a point away from home in their last four games. In fact, Gabes' last win away from their home venue was against US Tataouine, ending 1-2. 

This season, Gabes have played 12 matches. In those matches, Gabes have 12 points, averaging a point per game. In that run, Gabes scored 11 goals while conceding 16. 

Expert Betting Tips

I expect the two teams to be able to find the back of the net. These are just two sides playing at the same level, and I expect them to show competitiveness and be able to show character, especially in offence, as their defensive level has not been good this season. Also, while neither side will want to lose here, the home team is a bit favoured to win. The two teams have to be at their best, but with JS Omrane slightly favoured, I will take a chance on them at home, with the match expected to end 2-1.