Montpellier vs Clermont Prediction & Tips
Montpellier and Clermont face at Stade de la Mosson, in a match for the 17 th round of the Ligue 1. These teams have met only twice recently: in 17‑07‑2021, ending with a (3‑2) victory by Clermont, and in 14‑07‑2018, ending with the victory of Clermont Foot by (0‑4).
The home team is currently in the 9th place, with 22 points won, after 6 wins, 4 draws and 6 losses. In the penultimate match, they lost at home to Olympique Lyonnais, by (0‑1). In the last match, they won in an away match against Metz, by (1‑3). For the championship, Montpellier won 14 points out of a possible 24, after 4 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats in the last 8 games they played in their stadium. Defensive consistency hasn’t been their best feature, as they have conceded goals in 7 of the last 10 matches, but their offense has scored consistently, as they have scored goals in 7 of the last 10 matches for this competition. In their home matches for this competition there is a tendency for few goals, as in 5 of the last 8 they played there were less than 3 goals. In 16 matches for this competition, they have conceded the first goal 7 times and have only turned the score around in one. In the last 10 home matches for all competitions there is 1 period that stands out: they have conceded 5 of their 9 goals between minutes (16’‑30′).
Montpellier enters this journey with a 1-3 victory in the trip to Metz, putting an end to the two consecutive setbacks in this competition: the team’s goals were signed by Téji Savanier, Elye Wahi and Stephy Mavididi. One of the great qualities of the home team is the efficient way in which they manage to defend dead-ball situations. In addition, when the home club invests in the offensive process, they usually do it through the left aisle, taking advantage of the depth offered by lateral Mihailo Ristic. At the individual level, we highlight Téji Savanier, a player who scored 4 goals and made 4 assists. Coach Olivier Dall’Oglio should be without Pedro Mendes and Thuler, both with physical problems.
The away team is currently in the 17th position, after 3 wins, 5 draws and 8 losses, having won 14 points. In the penultimate match, they lost in an away match against Reims, by (1‑0). In the championship, Clermont won 5 points out of a possible 24, after 1 win, 2 draws and 5 losses in the last 8 games they played as a visitor.
For this competition, you don’t win as a visitor for 7 games. In their away league matches, the most frequent result at half-time was 0‑0 (3 out of 8 matches). The team has conceded goals in 9 of the last 10 matches, so they haven’t shown great defensive solidity, but their offense has scored consistently, as they have managed to score in 7 of the last 10 matches for this competition. In 16 matches for this competition, they have never been able to turn the score around in the 9 matches they have conceded the first goal. In the last 11 away matches for all competitions there is 1 period that stands out: they have scored 5 of their 14 goals between minutes (76’‑90′).
Clermont Foot enters this match after a 2×2 draw against Lens, putting an end to the five consecutive setbacks in this French champion: the team’s goals were signed by Mohamed Bayo and Yohann Magnin. The visiting team usually plays in a 4-3-3, favoring offensive transitions and channeling their attack through the side aisles. The three most advanced men on this team will be Mohamed Bayo, Jodel Dossou and Jim Allevinah, the latter being the team’s top scorer with 8 goals. Out of this game is Yadaly Diaby due to suspension.
Montpellier – Clermont FREE TIPS
Montpellier – Win @ 2.25
Both teams to score / YES @ 1.80
Over 2.5 Goals @ 1.90
