Our Lyon vs Metz Prediction: 2-1
Lyon vs Metz in the France Ligue 1 is scheduled for an 19:05 GMT kick-off on Saturday August 23, 2025. Our correct score prediction favors a 2-1 home triumph, but considering both teams’ ability to find the net, BTTS is also a solid alternative bet.
This Lyon vs Metz 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
Lyon's Last Match – Lens vs Lyon
Lyon will seek to keep their streak alive after a 1-0 France Ligue 1 victory over Lens on August 16. In that match, Lyon controlled 44% of possession and managed 8 shots on goal, with 2 hitting the target.
Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 56% | 11 (3) | 1.41 | 78 |
![]() | 44% | 8 (2) | 1.26 | 24 |
Metz's Last Match – Metz vs Strasbourg
Metz will be looking to bounce back after a 0-1 France Ligue 1 defeat against Strasbourg on August 17. In that match, Metz had 38% possession and 3 attempts at goal, with 0 on target.
Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 38% | 3 (0) | 0.28 | 30 |
![]() | 62% | 5 (3) | 0.66 | 50 |
Lyon vs Metz Stats
Key Stats
Lyon | Metz | |
---|---|---|
1.37 | Attacking Strength | 0.74 |
0.74 | Defence Strength | 1.12 |
1.9 | Points Per Game | 1.9 |
6/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
1/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
6/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
3/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
1.6 | Average Scored | 1.7 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Lyon are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 0.7 conceded per match, while Metz average 1.7 scored and 1.6 conceded per game.
Lyon 16-7
Metz 17-16
What are the odds for this match?
Lyon to win: @1.4
Draw: @5
Metz to win: @6.5