Angers vs Metz Prediction 1 February 2026
🔊 Can Metz break their losing streak? They will have the opportunity this Sunday when they visit Angers in the 20th round of the French Championship. Both teams have struggled in recent weeks in Ligue 1, dropping numerous points. Now, it's time to make up for it. Read our detailed analysis and prediction for the upcoming match in our article.
Head-to-Head
📊 Angers and Metz often engage in low-scoring encounters when they face off. In four of their last five head-to-head matchups, only 2 or fewer goals have been scored.
Head-to-head statistics Angers - Metz
Angers Team Overview
⚫ Angers, after a remarkable climb from the bottom of the Ligue 1 table, have settled into the mid-table ranks. However, Alexandre Dujeux's side is now experiencing a downturn, which they urgently need to halt-Metz presents a prime opportunity to do so. In their last three French league outings, the Black and Whites have managed just one point-a statistic that simply won't suffice.
⚪ Their recent clash with Paris FC ended in a goalless draw (0-0), breaking a streak of two losses. In that encounter, both teams combined for just two shots on target (one each), with most of the action taking place in midfield-a fair result as the points were shared. However, Angers' attack has clearly faltered, raising questions for the coaching staff, especially since they had scored in three consecutive matches prior to this dip.
Match Results: Angers
Metz Team Overview
🔴 Metz find themselves at the bottom of the league table, and it seems likely they will remain there by the end of the season. Their transfer strategy during the winter window has been underwhelming; the club hasn't made any purchases, instead relying on loans or free transfers (exchanges). The quality of these players reflects this approach.
⚪ In Ligue 1, Metz's last victory came nearly three months ago-hardly a sign of improvement. In their previous match, the "Crusaders" suffered a heavy defeat against Lyon on home turf (2-5). Metz's defense resembled an open gate, despite the fact that the "Lions" fielded a less-than-full-strength squad.
Match Results: Metz
Latest news
Angers
🖋 Over the past week, Angers have secured the loan of two players, with agreements lasting until the end of the current season. Forward Godwin Koyalipou has been loaned from Lens, and midfielder Branco van den Boomen has arrived from Ajax. It is expected that they will soon be available to participate in Ligue 1 matches for the "Black and Whites".
❌ Angers have minimal absences ahead of their game against Metz, with only a couple of players unavailable to support their teammates. Midfielder Himad Abdelli and forward Sidiki Cherif are sidelined and recovering from injuries.
Metz
❌ Metz have a few injury concerns, though they're not particularly significant. Senegalese defender Sadibou Sane is doubtful for the upcoming match after feeling unwell following the 18th round and missing Metz's last game against Lyon. Joseph Mangondo (knee injury) and Pape Si (concussion) are confirmed absentees and will not take the field.
🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards
The upcoming match will be officiated by Benoit Millot. Over his last 100 games, he averages 3.83 yellow cards per match, with 26 fouls. In the French league, across 19 matches, Angers average 1.4 yellow cards per game, while Metz average 1.8. Both teams have not been frequent recipients of cautions this season, and Benoit Millot is known for his restraint in handing them out. Therefore, a bet on total yellow cards under 4.5 seems reasonable.
⚽️ Goal Prediction
Angers' average individual total in Ligue 1 stands at 1.1 goals per match, with Metz matching that average at 1.1. Both teams struggle to find the back of the net consistently, making a bet on total goals under 2.5 a logical choice here.
🚩 Corner Prediction
In the French Championship, Angers average 3.7 corners per game over nineteen matches, while Metz average 4.1 in the same span. Both sides rarely earn set-pieces from the corner and their stats are below the league average. Thus, a bet on total corners under 8.5 is recommended.
Editorial Prediction
Metz's current form is hard to describe-it's as if they've been coasting since mid-season. Angers are going through a minor crisis, most evident in their attack, with the last round serving as clear evidence of this struggle. We predict a narrow victory for the hosts, likely a 1-0 scoreline. For this match, we're opting for a total under 2.5.
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