Lille vs Metz Predictions

Lille vs Metz is scheduled for kick off on 26 October, at 14:00. The game is set to take place at Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy, with Benoît Millot officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Lille currently holding the 3rd position in the table 44 points ahead of Metz. Lille have won 3 French Ligue 1 matches against Metz out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent loss to Auxerre, Lille is determined to redeem themselves. Lille have won 8 of their last 17 French Ligue 1 matches at Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy. Metz's away record stands at 1 victory from 17 games. Following a draw in their last match against Nice in the French Ligue 1, Metz is aiming to secure a win against Lille.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Lille have scored over 1.5 goals in 65% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 62% of games. Their total stands at 52 goals and 157 shots on target this French Ligue 1 season. Meanwhile, Metz have scored 32 goals with 108 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 74% of matches but conceded in 79% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Lille scored 10 goals while Metz scored 2 goals. Their last match on 06 February 2026 ended in a 0-0 draw.