Metz vs Nantes Prediction & Tips
Although Metz still have the fewest wins in the current Ligue 1 campaign with four, a 0-0 draw with Lille on the last matchday meant they have avoided defeat in nine of their last 14 league clashes (G3, E6). While they remain in the relegation zone after that result, it’s worth noting that just one point separates the bottom five teams going into this round.
Metz’s problems can be partly attributed to their shaky starting eleven, having used 35 players this league campaign. However, poor performance at home is the main culprit, with Metz winning just two of their 23 home league games since the start of 2021 (D8, L13).
In stark contrast, Nantes have posted their highest point total after 25 Ligue 1 games this century. Confidence in a first European appearance since 2004/05 was further enhanced following an impressive 3-1 win over probable champions PSG on the recent matchday, but Nantes are now looking to reduce their 50% loss rate in away games from Ligue 1 (G3, E3, P6).
Despite a few minor problems when playing away from home, it’s worth noting that Nantes have only trailed at half-time in away league action this season, drawing at half-time on ten occasions. This suggests we could see quite a bit of drama in the closing minutes — especially considering that Nantes have conceded just as many away goals in the league between the 61st and 75th minute (five) as they have in the entire first half.
Players to watch: Metz’s Farid Boulaya has contributed three goals in his team’s last two home games (one goal and two assists), while registering each of his last three goals playing at home. As for Nantes, Randal Kolo Muani has contributed directly to four goals in his last six matches (three goals and an assist) and guided his team to victory over PSG on the final day.
Featured fact: Metz have the worst goal difference in the league from the 76th minute to the end of the match (-10 — one goal for and 11 goals against).
Metz – Nantes FREE TIPS
2-3 GOALS @ 2.25
