Montpellier vs Angers Prediction & Tips
Montpellier’s fine December form continued after securing their first four-game competitive winning streak since February when they overcame fourth-tier Andrézieux 1-0 in the Coupe de France during midweek. Since losing back-to-back Ligue 1 games at the end of last month, ‘La Paillade’s’ hat-trick of league victories following has catapulted them into contention for the European places, and they’ll now look to cement themselves in the division’s top-five here.
The Stade de la Mosson has been fruitful for Montpellier this term, as they’ve won 17 of their 28 points at this venue so far. History is on their side to build further on that record given that Montpellier have lost only one of their previous 11 H2H home matches against Angers (W7, D3).
In contrast, Angers suffered one of the most embarrassing upsets of the season in their Coupe de France meeting with fifth-tier occupants Linas-Montlhery, going down 2-0. That defeat leaves Angers reeling with only two wins from their last ten competitive matches (D3, L5). They’ll be desperate to bounce back if they want to keep pace with the other sides chasing European qualification this season.
On their travels, however, the ‘Black and Whites’ have at least proven hard to beat, drawing a league-high six away matches this term and suffering defeat only once. But to keep that record up, the visitors will need to break the ongoing trend of this H2H which has seen the away side on the day win only three of the last 18 matches between these two (D6, L9).
Players to watch: Montpellier’s top scorer Stephy Mavididi has netted seven of his last ten club goals at home, while Sofiane Boufal has seen all five of his Angers goals this season act as match openers.
Hot stat: Montpellier have scored nine of their L1 goals (31%) in the 41’-50’ period, the highest number for any ten minute period for any team.
Montpellier – Angers FREE TIPS
Angers – Win @ 2.25
