Metz - Monaco

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88'		2 - 8	Goal	F. Balogun	T. Kehrer (Assist)
84'		2 - 7	Goal	S. Sané	K. Kouao (Assist)
78'		1 - 7	Goal	P. Diallo	K. Kouao (Assist)
76'		0 - 7	Goal	F. Balogun
16'		0 - 6	Goal	Vanderson	A. Golovin (Assist)
15'		0 - 5	Goal	Vanderson	A. Golovin (Assist)
10'		0 - 4	Goal	M. Akliouche
9'		0 - 3	Goal	M. Akliouche
4'		0 - 2	Goal	T. Minamino	E. Ben Seghir (Assist)
3'		0 - 1	Goal	T. Minamino	E. Ben Seghir (Assist)

89'			In:	Vanderson	Out:	M. Coulibaly
83'			In:	A. Lô	Out:	S. Sané
82'			In:	G. Mikautadze	Out:	S. Sané
80'			In:	A. Golovin	Out:	E. Diop
79'			In:	A. Golovin	Out:	E. Diop
71'			In:	K. Van Den Kerkhof	Out:	A. Jallow
66'			In:	Y. Fofana	Out:	S. Magassa
66'			In:	E. Ben Seghir	Out:	F. Balogun
65'			In:	T. Minamino	Out:	K. Diatta
24'			In:	J. Asoro	Out:	P. Diallo

Metz - Monaco Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Monaco

Best odds: 1.19

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As the Ligue 1 season intensifies, the upcoming clash between Metz and Monaco at the Stade Saint-Symphorien promises to be a pivotal moment in the battle for survival and European qualification. With both teams having much at stake, the predictions for this encounter are eagerly anticipated by fans and pundits alike.

Key Players

For Metz, who are entrenched in a relegation dogfight, the contributions of their attacking duo Joel Joshoghene Asoro and Simon Elisor could be decisive. Asoro, with a rating of 6.66, has been a bright spark in a challenging campaign, notching 2 goals and 1 assist. His ability to get shots on target, with 3 out of 4 attempts testing the goalkeeper, is notable. Elisor, although only finding the net once, has contributed a significant number of key passes (10) and will be looking to unlock the Monaco defense.

Defensively, Kévin Daniel Guitoun Van Den Kerkhof stands out for Metz. With a 6.70 rating, his defensive prowess and unexpected offensive contributions, including 2 assists, make him a player to watch.

Monaco, eyeing a European spot, will rely on their own talisman, Folarin Jerry Balogun. Balogun, with a high rating of 6.88, has been a lethal presence upfront, scoring 4 goals and providing 3 assists. His 16 shots on target from 26 attempts underscore his efficiency in front of goal.

The defensive solidity for the visitors often comes from Guillermo Alfonso Maripán Loaysa, whose rating of 6.65 reflects his importance at the back. With 642 passes to his name, Maripán is not only a defensive anchor but also a key initiator of Monaco's play from the back.

Recent Form

Metz's form has been worrisome, with their last five games resulting in two draws and three losses (LLDLL). Their struggle for points has left them just above the relegation zone, and their home record doesn't offer much solace, with only one win from eleven matches.

Monaco, on the other hand, sits comfortably in the top half of the table, though their recent form has been mixed (LWDDL). They have shown more resilience on the road with five wins and four draws from eleven away games.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record suggests a tight contest, with the most recent encounter on October 22, 2023, ending in a narrow 2-1 victory for Monaco. This result will undoubtedly be fresh in the minds of both sets of players as they prepare for the rematch.

Prediction

The prediction for this match is a challenging task, given the contrasting objectives and forms of both teams. The absence of a clear favorite in the predictions reflects the unpredictable nature of this fixture. However, considering the stakes and the individual talents on display, a closely fought contest is expected.

Metz will be desperate for points, and with the likes of Asoro and Elisor leading their attack, they could pose a threat. Nevertheless, Monaco's superior ranking and the presence of key players like Balogun and Maripán might give them the edge.

With both teams having defensive vulnerabilities and potent attacking options, a draw seems plausible, but Monaco's quest for European football might just tip the scales in their favor. Expect a hard-fought encounter with Monaco edging it, but don't discount a spirited performance from Metz, who are fighting for their Ligue 1 survival.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

43%

57%

Attacking Potential

42%

58%

Defensive Potential

46%

54%

Poisson Distribution

33%

67%

Stregth H2H

7%

93%

Goals H2H

14%

86%

Wins the game

31%

69%

Metz - Monaco Head to Head

30/03	Metz	2 - 5	Monaco
22/10	Monaco	2 - 1	Metz

Ligue 1 standings

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