Clermont Foot - Montpellier

Regular Season - 29
Kickoff: 2024-04-13 22:00

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Clermont Foot - Montpellier Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Montpellier
Best odds: 1.38

As the Ligue 1 season edges closer to a dramatic climax, the upcoming match between Clermont Foot and Montpellier at Stade Gabriel Montpied promises to be a tantalizing affair, with expert predictions hinting at a potential upset or a hard-fought draw. With both teams eager to secure vital points, the spotlight falls on the key players whose performances could tip the scales in this crucial encounter.

Key Players - Clermont Foot

Clermont Foot, currently sitting precariously at 18th on the table, will be relying heavily on their attacking prowess to steer clear of the relegation zone. Grejohn Kyei, the attacker with a rating of 6.61, has been a beacon of hope for the team, managing to tally 2 goals this season with his 5 shots on target. The midfield dynamo, Yohann Magnin, rated at 6.65, will be crucial in dictating the tempo of the game with his impressive 502 passes. Lastly, Bilal Boutobba, with a rating of 6.70, is another key figure, contributing 1 assist and 1 goal, showcasing his ability to make decisive plays.

Key Players - Montpellier

Montpellier, positioned at a more comfortable 13th place, will look to Sepe Elye Wahi, their attacker with a commendable rating of 6.73 and a team-high 7 goals, to breach Clermont's defenses. In the midfield, Khalil Fayad, with a rating of 6.77, will be key in creating opportunities and has already contributed 2 goals. The sharpshooter Akor Jerome Adams, also with 7 goals, is another one to watch, boasting 31 shots on target this season.

Recent Form

Clermont Foot's recent form has been a mixed bag with a record of 'LWLLD', signaling a team struggling to find consistent form. Montpellier, on the other hand, has shown a slightly better form with 'WLWDL', indicating a potential to snatch points on their travels. The form guide suggests Montpellier has the upper hand with a form rating of 64 compared to Clermont's 36.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record provides an interesting narrative, with both teams having met thrice recently. The last encounter on November 29, 2023, at Montpellier's home ground, ended in a 1-1 draw, showcasing the evenly matched nature of these sides. Prior to that, Montpellier edged out Clermont with a 2-1 victory on March 19, 2023. They also shared the spoils with a 1-1 draw on November 6, 2022, at Clermont's home, suggesting that there is little to separate the two teams historically.

Prediction

The prediction for this match is delicately poised. While Montpellier is the favorite with a double chance of winning or drawing, the predictions also suggest a low-scoring affair, with goals expected to be under 1.5 for Clermont and under 2.5 for Montpellier. The percentages are leaning towards an away advantage, with a 45% chance for Montpellier to win and the same for a draw, leaving Clermont with a mere 10% chance of victory.

The key to this match will be the performance of the highlighted players. Grejohn Kyei and Yohann Magnin will need to be at their best for Clermont to defy the odds, while Montpellier's hopes will rest on the shoulders of sharpshooters like Sepe Elye Wahi and Akor Jerome Adams. The form and head-to-head history suggest an evenly matched contest, but with Montpellier's slightly better form and attacking threat, they could edge this encounter.

In conclusion, the prediction points towards a closely contested match, with Montpellier having a slight edge due to their attacking prowess and recent form. However, with the unpredictability of football, especially in the pressure cooker of a relegation battle, anything can happen on the day. The advice is to bank on a double chance: draw or Montpellier, but don't write off a determined Clermont Foot, who will be fighting for their Ligue 1 survival in front of their home fans.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

36%
64%

Attacking Potential

25%
75%

Defensive Potential

57%
43%

Poisson Distribution

29%
71%

Stregth H2H

50%
50%

Goals H2H

55%
45%

Wins the game

42%
58%

Clermont Foot - Montpellier Head to Head

Ligue 1 standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Paris Saint Germain players, news and schedule Paris Saint Germain 28 18 9 1 65 24 41 63
2 Stade Brestois 29 players, news and schedule Stade Brestois 29 28 15 8 5 41 23 18 53
3 Lille players, news and schedule Lille 28 13 10 5 42 25 17 49
4 Monaco players, news and schedule Monaco 27 14 7 6 52 38 14 49
5 Nice players, news and schedule Nice 28 12 8 8 28 22 6 44
6 Lens players, news and schedule Lens 28 12 7 9 37 30 7 43
7 Reims players, news and schedule Reims 28 11 7 10 35 36 -1 40
8 Marseille players, news and schedule Marseille 28 10 9 9 41 33 8 39
9 Rennes players, news and schedule Rennes 27 10 9 8 40 33 7 39
10 Lyon players, news and schedule Lyon 27 10 5 12 31 41 -10 35
11 Toulouse players, news and schedule Toulouse 28 8 9 11 32 36 -4 33
12 Strasbourg players, news and schedule Strasbourg 28 8 9 11 30 39 -9 33
13 Montpellier players, news and schedule Montpellier 28 8 9 11 35 40 -5 32
14 LE Havre players, news and schedule LE Havre 28 6 10 12 27 36 -9 28
15 Nantes players, news and schedule Nantes 27 8 4 15 26 42 -16 28
16 Lorient players, news and schedule Lorient 28 6 8 14 35 52 -17 26
17 Metz players, news and schedule Metz 28 6 5 17 28 48 -20 23
18 Clermont Foot players, news and schedule Clermont Foot 28 4 9 15 20 47 -27 21