Nantes - Metz

Regular Season - 24
Kickoff: 2024-03-03 13:00

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Nantes - Metz Predictions

Prediction: Nantes or draw
Best odds: 1.24

As the Ligue 1 season heats up, the upcoming clash between Nantes and Metz at Stade de la Beaujoire promises to be a pivotal encounter in the battle for survival. With predictions favoring a Nantes win or draw, the stakes couldn't be higher as both teams fight to secure their place in France's top division.

Key Players - Nantes

For Nantes, the midfield dynamism of Samuel Alain Moutoussamy could prove crucial. His 6.74 rating, coupled with 281 total passes and 10 key passes, demonstrates his ability to dictate the tempo of the game. In defense, Jean-Charles Victor Castelletto stands out with a rating of 6.76, a testament to his defensive solidity with 802 passes total, reflecting his role as a ball-playing defender. In attack, Marcus Regis Coco, also rated at 6.76, adds a threat on the wing, with his pace and ability to create opportunities for his teammates.

Key Players - Metz

Metz will look towards their attacking talent, Joel Joshoghene Asoro, who has notched up 2 goals and an assist this season. His rating of 6.65 and his willingness to take on defenders make him a potential game-changer. Simon Elisor, with a rating of 6.69, is another key figure in Metz's offensive line, with 7 shots on target from 11 attempts. The defense will rely on Ismaël Abdul Rahman Roch Traoré, whose rating of 6.71 and 410 total passes suggest reliability at the back.

Recent Form

Nantes' recent form shows a mixed bag of results with "LWLDL" in their last five games, indicating inconsistency in their performances. However, playing at home might give them the edge they need to secure vital points. Metz, on the other hand, is struggling with form, as evidenced by their "LDLLL" sequence, which has left them teetering on the edge of the relegation zone.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record provides an interesting subplot, with the last encounter on November 12, 2023, ending in a 3-1 victory for Metz. While history favors Metz in that encounter, the dynamics of a relegation battle can often overturn past results.

Prediction

Taking into account the current form, home advantage, and the battle at the bottom, the prediction leans towards Nantes either winning or securing a draw. The statistical analysis gives Nantes a 45% chance of victory and a 45% chance of a draw, leaving Metz with a slim 10% chance of taking all three points. The double chance of a Nantes win or draw seems to be the smart bet, with the team's form at home and key players like Samuel Alain Moutoussamy and Jean-Charles Victor Castelletto expected to play pivotal roles.

The goals market is also intriguing, with predictions suggesting fewer than 2.5 goals for Nantes and 1.5 for Metz. This could point towards a tight, low-scoring affair, with both teams wary of conceding in such a crucial match.

In conclusion, the upcoming fixture between Nantes and Metz is set to be a tense affair with much at stake. While Nantes appears to have the upper hand, especially with the support of their home crowd, Metz's desperation to climb out of the relegation zone should not be underestimated. Nonetheless, the prediction stands: a double chance for Nantes to win or draw seems to be the most likely outcome for this Ligue 1 encounter.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

88%
13%

Attacking Potential

50%
50%

Defensive Potential

69%
31%

Poisson Distribution

59%
41%

Stregth H2H

38%
62%

Goals H2H

40%
60%

Wins the game

57%
43%

Nantes - Metz 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