Lens vs Metz: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 September

Lens
LWLWD
7th place in France Ligue 1
1
0-1
FT
16/09/2023 15:00
Metz
WWLLL
16th place in France Ligue 1
France Ligue 1
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Lens vs Metz on 16 September 2023 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Lens vs Metz preview before placing your bet.

  • Lens will face Metz in France Ligue 1 on September 16, 2023 at 15:00.
  • Lens are currently 7th with 51 points after 34 matches.
  • Metz sit 16th with 29 points from 34 matches.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.43.
Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards
Home team Away team
Probability %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
favorite match
15:00

2023-09-16

Lens vs Metz - Prediction & Odds

Lens
Lens
Metz
Metz
2023-09-16 15:00
63
21
16
1
2 - 1
2 - 1
2.75
1.43
FT
0-1 0-1
-
weather
21℃～22℃
STANDINGS UP TO 16/09/2023
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Paris Saint Germain (PSG) Paris Saint Germain (PSG)
76 34 22 10 2 81 33 48
02 Monaco Monaco
67 34 20 7 7 68 42 26
03 Stade Brestois Stade Brestois
61 34 17 10 7 53 34 19
04 Lille Lille
59 34 16 11 7 52 34 18
05 Nice Nice
55 34 15 10 9 40 29 11
06 Lyon Lyon
53 34 16 5 13 49 55 -6
07 Lens Lens
51 34 14 9 11 45 37 8
08 Marseille Marseille
50 34 13 11 10 52 41 11
09 Reims Reims
47 34 13 8 13 42 47 -5
10 Rennes Rennes
46 34 12 10 12 53 46 7
11 Toulouse Toulouse
43 34 11 10 13 42 46 -4
12 Montpellier Montpellier
41 34 10 12 12 43 48 -5
13 Strasbourg Strasbourg
39 34 10 9 15 38 50 -12
14 Nantes Nantes
33 34 9 6 19 30 55 -25
15 Le Havre Le Havre
32 34 7 11 16 34 45 -11
16 Metz Metz
29 34 8 5 21 35 58 -23
17 Lorient Lorient
29 34 7 8 19 43 66 -23
18 Clermont Clermont
25 34 5 10 19 26 60 -34
Head To Head
13/03/2022 10:00
Metz Metz
0 - 0
Lens Lens
FRA D1
24/10/2021 09:00
Lens Lens
4 - 1
Metz Metz
FRA D1
14/03/2021 10:00
Lens Lens
2 - 2
Metz Metz
FRA D1
19/12/2020 11:59
Metz Metz
2 - 0
Lens Lens
FRA D1
09/02/2019 10:00
Lens Lens
0 - 0
Metz Metz
FRA D2
01/09/2018 09:00
Metz Metz
2 - 0
Lens Lens
FRA D2
Metz
3
50%
Draw
3
50%
Lens
0
0%
Lens Lens Last 6 matches
02/09/2023 15:00
Monaco 3 - 0 Lens
FRA D1
26/08/2023 15:00
Paris Saint Germain (PSG) 3 - 1 Lens
FRA D1
20/08/2023 14:45
Lens 1 - 1 Rennes
FRA D1
13/08/2023 07:00
Stade Brestois 3 - 2 Lens
FRA D1
05/08/2023 07:45
Manchester United 3 - 1 Lens
INT CF
02/08/2023 13:00
Lens 0 - 0 Torino
INT CF
Win
0%
Draw
33%
Lost
67%
Last 6 matches Metz Metz
03/09/2023 09:00
Metz 2 - 2 Reims
FRA D1
27/08/2023 09:00
Clermont 0 - 1 Metz
FRA D1
18/08/2023 15:00
Metz 2 - 2 Marseille
FRA D1
13/08/2023 11:05
Rennes 5 - 1 Metz
FRA D1
05/08/2023 09:00
SC Heerenveen 0 - 1 Metz
INT CF
29/07/2023 11:59
Amiens 0 - 0 Metz
INT CF
Win
33%
Draw
50%
Lost
17%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues France Ligue 1
Played games
Lens
Lens
34
 Metz
Metz
34
Goals
Scored
45
Avg. per game
1.32
Conceded
37
Avg. per game
1.09
Scored
35
Avg. per game
1.03
Conceded
58
Avg. per game
1.71
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 34 matches
YesNo
27 (79%)7 (21%)
In last 34 matches
NoYes
23 (68%)11 (32%)
Lens

Lens

Recent matches

Metz

Metz

Under /Over

(74%)25 9(26%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(68%)23 11(32%)

Under /Over

(26%)9 25(74%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(47%)16 18(53%)

Under /Over

(44%)15 19(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(38%)13 21(62%)

/Yes

(47%)16 18(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)18 16(47%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Lens Lens
Metz Metz
Shots
Lens
Lens
Total shots
14.71 avg / game
Blocked
118 total
Avg. 3.81
Metz
Metz
Total shots
9.76 avg / game
Blocked
79 total
Avg. 2.55
Lens Lens Pass Metz Metz
Total passes
16452
Avg. 484 / game
Accurate
83%
Ball possession
53%
Total passes
10591
Avg. 312 / game
Accurate
75%
Ball possession
35%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Lens
Lens
3750
Avg. 110.29 / game
 Metz
Metz
2926
Avg. 86.06 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Lens
Lens
1738
Avg. 51.12 / game
 Metz
Metz
1194
Avg. 35.12 / game
OTHERS
Lens
Lens
34
Played games
Metz
Metz
34
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.41
14
Clean sheets
6
0.18
5.18
176
Corners
133
3.91
18.68
635
Throw-ins
657
19.32
2.18
74
Offsides
44
1.29
3.03
103
GK saves
134
3.94
Lens
Lens
DISCIPLINARY
Metz
Metz
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.24
76
Yellow card
55
1.62
0.12
4
Red card
3
0.09
13.06
444
Fouls
419
12.32
16.56
563
Tackles
562
16.53
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How We Build the Lens vs Metz Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Lens vs Metz on 16 September 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this France Ligue 1 fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Lens vs Metz Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Lens's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Metz's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

France Ligue 1 Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live France Ligue 1 standings and the France Ligue 1 form table to understand exactly where Lens and Metz sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our France Ligue 1 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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