Metz vs Lens Predictions

Metz vs Lens is scheduled for kick off on 29 October, at 18:00. The game is set to take place at Stade Saint-Symphorien, with Abdelatif Kherradji officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Metz currently holding the 18th position in the table 47 points behind Lens. Metz have won 3 French Ligue 1 matches against Lens out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent draw with Le Havre, Metz aims to claim a win. Metz have won 2 of their last 15 French Ligue 1 matches at Stade Saint-Symphorien. Lens's away record stands at 7 victories from 15 games. Following a draw in their last match against Brest in the French Ligue 1, Lens is aiming to secure a win against Metz.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Metz have scored over 1.5 goals in 74% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 81% of games. Their total stands at 31 goals and 101 shots on target this French Ligue 1 season. Meanwhile, Lens have scored 60 goals with 166 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 83% of matches but conceded in 67% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Metz scored 5 goals while Lens scored 4 goals. Their last match on 08 March 2026 ended in 3-0 to Lens.