Metz vs Reims Prediction: A close match with few goals

The French Ligue 1 has always been a battleground for teams to prove their mettle, and the upcoming match between Metz and Reims is no exception. Both teams have had a mixed bag of results in their recent matches, and this encounter will be a crucial one for them to regain their footing and build momentum for the rest of the season.

While Reims seems to have a slight edge based on their recent performances, anything can happen on the match day as the historical data suggest Metz may earn a point or all 3 points.

Metz has had a tough run in their recent matches, with only one win in their last five games. They managed to secure a 1-0 victory against Clermont on August 27, 2023, but suffered defeats against Marseille (2-2), Rennes (1-5), and Lyon (1-2) earlier in the month. 

In the Ligue, the squad has scored four goals and given up seven. To get more points, they need to strengthen their defense as this will help the team stay in Ligue 1 beyond this season. 

With two victories and one loss for a total of six points, Reims is off to a terrific start in the new campaign. They have scored six goals and conceded three goals to maintain the momentum and keep up their strong season start against a formidable opponent. Reims has a strong road record.

There should undoubtedly be a lack of confidence in Reims' ranks after ten games in which they went winless while traveling in the top division and seven losses along the route. While all was going on, Metz had won 12 of their 16 Ligue 1 games at home, which is a respectable record.

Nine times the two sides have squared off, yet not once did a game result with four or more goals. 1.44 goals are scored on average by both sides in each game. 

Hence, the prediction for this game is Home or draw with under 3.5 goals