Nantes vs Metz Prediction & Tips
Rio Ave and Belenenses meet at the Estadio do Rio Ave Futebol Clube in a match for the first round of the Primera Liga. At this stage, the history of Nantes and Metz face at Stade de la Beaujoire – Louis Fonteneau, in a match for the 2nd round of Ligue 1. in the last 4 matches. Indeed, the last time these teams met at this stadium was on 22‑11‑2020, in a match for the Ligue 1 that ended in a draw by (1‑1). The goals of the match were scored by R. Kolo (29′ ), for Nantes, and by A. Leya (45′ ), for Metz. Special attention is needed for the home/away condition, as both teams have significantly different results in their home and away matches.
Nantes Analysis
The home team comes to this 2 nd round after the (1‑1) draw in their league debut, against Monaco. Curiously, this is a team that has been stronger away than at home, as in the last 30 matches they register 5 wins, 4 draws and 6 losses in away matches; against 3 wins, 2 draws and 10 losses in their stadium. Nantes has won 3, tied 1 and lost 6 of the last 10 home matches. The team has conceded goals to its opponent in 7 of the last 10 matches, so their defense needs to improve, but their offense has scored consistently, as they have managed to score in 7 of the last 10 matches. In their home games there is a tendency for goals, as 23 of their last 27 games have ended with Over 1.5 goals.
Nantes comes motivated for this match after a 1-1 draw on the trip to Monaco, in a game counting for the French championship: the only goal of the team was scored by Jean-Charles Castelletto. The team led by Antoine Kombouaré operates in a tactical system in 4-3-3, where the three men occupying the most advanced sectors are Moses Simon, Ludovic Blas and Randal Kolo Muani. It should be noted that one of the great weaknesses of the home team has been the defensive permeability, which often lets the opponent create several dangerous situations. The home coach can count on all his players.
Metz Analysis
The away team comes to this 2 nd round after the draw in their league debut, against Lille, by (3‑3). This is a team that has been curiously stronger away than at home, since in the last 30 matches they register 8 wins, 3 draws and 4 losses as a visitor; against 4 wins, 5 draws and 6 losses in their stadium. In the last 10 away matches for all competitions, Metz has won 4, tied 3 and lost 3. The team has conceded goals to the opponent in 8 of the last 10 matches, so their defense needs to improve, but their offense has been scoring regularly , as they managed to score in 8 of the last 10 games.
Metz enters this match with a draw, in 3×3, against Lille, thus adding the first point in this French championship: the team’s goals were signed by Fabien Centonze (2) and Matthieu Udol. The greatest quality of the visiting team lies in the ability it demonstrates in conducting its offensive attacks through counterattacks. Spaniard striker Ibrahima Niane is the player responsible for putting the opposing defense in danger, and his greatest quality is the finishing. Coach Frédéric Antonetti will not be able to count on Kiki Kouyaté due to suspension.
Nantes – Metz FREE TIPS
Nantes – Win @ 2.25
Both teams to score / YES @ 1.80
Over 2.5 Goals @ 1.90
