As gameweek 29 approaches in Ligue 1, the spotlight falls on the struggling Metz as they face off against Lens.
With Metz teetering on the edge of relegation and Lens aiming for a rebound in form, this match promises high stakes and intense action on the pitch.
Additionally, they trail Nantes, who occupy the 15th spot and Lorient in 16th, by five and three points, respectively.
Match Preview
Metz has only managed six wins in the current Ligue 1 season.
In their recent match against Brest, despite Ismael Traore scoring early and Georges Mikautadze netting twice late, they suffered their 17th defeat of the season in a thrilling 4-3 loss.
Prior to this, they experienced another high-scoring loss, falling 5-2 to Monaco at home, with Ibou Sane and Papa Amadou Diallo finding the net.
Their defensive struggles are evident, having conceded 48 goals so far, ranking them among the league’s worst defensive sides.
A recent loss to Reims and a draw with Troyes extend their winless streak to four games.
On the other hand, Lens, who had an impressive second-place finish in the 2022/23 season, currently sit sixth in the league, trailing PSG by 20 points and nine points behind the top three Champions League spots.
Lens recently drew 1-1 at home to Le Havre, following losses to Nice and Lille, indicating a downturn in form.
Their last victory came in a 1-0 win at home against second-placed Brest.
Prediction & Analysis:
Considering Metz’s defensive vulnerabilities and Lens’ thirst for redemption, the odds favor an outcome in favor of Lens.
With Metz enduring a winless streak and Lens seeking to capitalize on their opponents’ struggles, we predict a victory for Lens and anticipate another high-scoring affair, likely to see over 2.5 goals.
- Metz 1-2 Lens
