Metz vs Dunkerque Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 17 May 2025
πIn the upcoming League 2 playoff match, two teams showcasing an exciting attacking style and strong motivation will face off. Metz are well-rested and eager to fight for promotion. Their attack is impressive, and their home record further boosts their chances of success. Dunkerque have already claimed a victory in the playoffs and appear ready to advance. However, their form is concerning - the longer stretch of games raises doubts.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 15 March 2025 and ended with a score of 2-3. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Dunkerque were the home side):
- possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 6;
- fouls: 14 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 6.
πThe teams have played three official matches. The stats are as follows:
- goals: 9 to 4;
- average first-half total - 0.67, second-half - 3.67;
- average total goals per match - 4.33.
Head-to-head statistics Metz - Dunkerque
Metz Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Ligue 2 tournament, with Laval as the home side and Metz as the visitors. The match concluded with a 2-3 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Metz vs Laval):
- possession: 84% vs 16%;
- corners: 2 vs 8;
- fouls: 8 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 8.
Metz face a pivotal match as they aim to keep their promotion hopes alive. The team boasts an impressive home record, remaining unbeaten in 17 of their last 18 matches on their own turf. Over the past ten games, they have secured six victories, averaging 2.7 goals scored per match while conceding 1.7. Known for their attacking style, Metz excel at creating chances even against strong defensive setups. Their last encounter with Dunkerque was in March this year, where they emerged victorious with a 3-2 scoreline.
Match Results: Metz
Dunkerque Team Overview
The visitors last took to the field on in a Ligue 2 clash, where Dunkerque hosted Guingamp. The match concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here are the game stats (Dunkerque vs Guingamp):
- possession: 48% vs 52%;
- corners: 1 vs 1;
- fouls: 11 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 6 vs 2.
Dunkerque face a challenging task. Although they defeated Guingamp in their last match, their current form raises concerns. With three wins and five losses in their last ten outings, the "Sailors" have been inconsistent. They average just 1.1 goals per match while conceding 1.3, modest figures for a team with ambitions. On the road, they struggle, having failed to score more than one goal in each of their last five away games.
Match Results: Dunkerque
Latest news
Metz
π Moment of truth. Metz are set to play in the playoff semi-finals. The team has rested and is ready to win. It won't be easy: their defense has struggled over the past month, and they've found it hard to pick up points. They have slipped behind Paris in the standings due to some careless point losses.
β½οΈ Sheikh Sabaly. It's time to wake up. The team's high hopes rest on the Senegalese forward.
π Sadibou Sane will be missed. The defender remains sidelined as he continues his recovery.
Dunkerque
π The team put in a solid performance against Guingamp. They were defensively sound and capitalized on one of their chances. Did the squad convince? Probably not. The midfield seemed a bit lost on the field, and some situations could have been handled differently. A major test lies ahead. The winner takes almost everything.
β½οΈ Could Dunkirk rely on their variety? It's hard to single out anyone in their attack, unlike their opponent.
π There are no injuries within the club.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 3;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 0; for visitors away - 0; number of draws - 1;
- Average first-half total: 0.67;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.67, while the visitors net 0.
First-Half Stats: Metz (home) vs Dunkerque (away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 17;
- Number of wins: 8 (0.47%) vs 7 (0.41%);
- Number of losses: 2 (0.12%) vs 4 (0.24%);
- Number of draws: 7 (0.41%) vs 6 (0.35%);
- Average goals scored: 1.24 vs 1;
- Average goals conceded: 0.29 vs 0.47.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 6 vs 1;
- Number of losses: 1 vs 3;
- Number of draws: 3 vs 6;
- Average first-half total: 1.3 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.3) vs 0.8 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.5).
- Dunkerque have drawn in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 games (Ligue 2).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 3;
- home team wins - 3, away team wins - 0, draws - 0.
Statistics: Metz vs Dunkerque
- matches played in the tournament: 34 vs 34;
- wins: 18 vs 17;
- win percentage: 53% vs 50%;
- losses: 5 vs 12;
- draws: 11 vs 5.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 6 vs 3;
- losses: 1 vs 5;
- draws: 3 vs 2.
- Dunkerque won with a +1.5 handicap in 12 of last 14 away games.
- Dunkerque won with a +1.5 handicap in last 7 games (Ligue 2).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 3, the guests - 1.33;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 4.33;
- both teams scored: overall - 2; at the home team's field - 0.
Statistics: Metz vs Dunkerque
- average total in the tournament: 2.88 vs 2.56;
- average total goals scored: 1.88 vs 1.38;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.88 vs 0.53;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1 vs 0.85;
- Metz: average total at home in the tournament - 2.18;
- Dunkerque: average total away in the tournament - 1.12;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.7 (home - 3) vs 1.1 (away - 0.25).
- Dunkerque have scored under 1.5 goals in last 5 away games (Ligue 2).
Prediction on corners
- Under 9.5 corners in 6 of last 7 Metz home games (Ligue 2).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 4 (2 for home team and 2 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 5 (1 for home team and 4 for away team).
Metz: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.5; at home - 1.47;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.9; at home - 2.
Dunkerque: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.88, away - 2.24;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.5; away - 1.75.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 3;
- both teams scored all-time - 2 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 0 times.
Statistics: Metz vs Dunkerque
- number of matches played in the tournament: 34 vs 34;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 21 vs 16;
- number of BTTS matches for Metz at home - 10 (59%);
- number of BTTS matches for Dunkerque away - 9 (53%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 10 vs 4;
- BTTS matches for Metz at home - 4 (100%);
- BTTS matches for Dunkerque away - 1 (25%).
- Metz have scored and conceded in last 10 games (Ligue 2).
Editor's Prediction
The game promises to be intriguing, thanks to the contrasting styles of both teams: Metz's powerful attack against the unpredictable Dunkerque, who have proven to be a resilient opponent on the road (their +1.5 handicap has hit several times). The trend of both teams typically exchanging goals is backed by statistics-Metz consistently both scores and concedes in nearly every match this season, making a bet on both teams to score the most logical choice among the available markets.No comments
Betting Tips: Metz - Dunkerque
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