Metz vs Lyon Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Metz vs Lyon Prediction: 1-1

Metz vs Lyon in the France Ligue 1 is scheduled for an 16:15 GMT kick-off on Sunday January 25, 2026. We expect a 1-1 result in a tightly contested match, with BTTS looking like a reliable bet given both teams’ recent scoring form.

This Metz vs Lyon prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Metz's Last Match – Strasbourg vs Metz

Metz will hope to recover from their recent 1-2 France Ligue 1 setback against Strasbourg on January 18. In that match, Metz recorded 52% possession, attempting 5 shots on goal, with 2 hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Strasbourg	48%	11 (6)	1.11	67
Metz	52%	5 (2)	1.08	37

Lyon's Last Match – Young Boys vs Lyon

Lyon will seek to keep their streak alive after a 1-0 UEFA Europa League victory over Young Boys on January 22. In that match, Lyon saw 62% of the ball and created 8 goal attempts, with 3 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Young Boys	38%	5 (1)	0.79	39
Lyon	62%	8 (3)	0.67	59

Metz vs Lyon Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Metz are averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per match, while Lyon average 2.3 scored and 0.5 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Metz to win: @4.75

Draw: @3.75

Lyon to win: @1.7

Metz Fixtures

Lyon Fixtures