Metz vs Lens: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 12 April

Metz
WWLLL
16th place in France Ligue 1
2
2-1
FT
12/04/2024 15:00
Lens
LWLWD
7th place in France Ligue 1
France Ligue 1
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Metz vs Lens on 12 April 2024 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Metz vs Lens preview before placing your bet.

  • Metz will face Lens in France Ligue 1 on April 12, 2024 at 15:00.
  • Metz are currently 16th with 29 points after 34 matches.
  • Lens sit 7th with 51 points from 34 matches.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.68.
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

2024-04-12

Metz vs Lens - Prediction & Odds

Metz
Metz
Lens
Lens
2024-04-12 15:00
20
26
54
2
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.50
1.68
FT
2-1 2-1
-
weather
17℃～18℃
STANDINGS UP TO 12/04/2024
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
16/09/2023 15:00
Lens Lens
0 - 1
Metz Metz
FRA D1
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
Lens
2
33%
Draw
3
50%
Metz
1
17%
Metz Metz Last 6 matches
07/04/2024 07:00
Stade Brestois 4 - 3 Metz
FRA D1
30/03/2024 11:59
Metz 2 - 5 Monaco
FRA D1
17/03/2024 10:00
Reims 2 - 1 Metz
FRA D1
10/03/2024 10:00
Metz 1 - 0 Clermont
FRA D1
03/03/2024 10:00
Nantes 0 - 2 Metz
FRA D1
23/02/2024 16:00
Metz 1 - 2 Lyon
FRA D1
Win
33%
Draw
0%
Lost
67%
Last 6 matches Lens Lens
06/04/2024 11:00
Lens 1 - 1 Le Havre
FRA D1
29/03/2024 16:00
Lille 2 - 1 Lens
FRA D1
16/03/2024 16:00
Lens 1 - 3 Nice
FRA D1
09/03/2024 16:00
Lens 1 - 0 Stade Brestois
FRA D1
03/03/2024 15:45
Lyon 0 - 3 Lens
FRA D1
25/02/2024 08:00
Lens 2 - 3 Monaco
FRA D1
Win
33%
Draw
17%
Lost
50%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues France Ligue 1
Played games
Metz
Metz
17
 Lens
Lens
17
Goals
Scored
17
Avg. per game
1.00
Conceded
27
Avg. per game
1.59
Scored
27
Avg. per game
1.59
Conceded
18
Avg. per game
1.06
Scored a goal
In last 6 home matches
YesNo
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 6 home matches
NoYes
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 17 home matches
YesNo
10 (59%)7 (41%)
In last 17 home matches
NoYes
15 (88%)2 (12%)
Metz

Metz

Recent matches

Lens

Lens

Under /Over

(59%)10 7(41%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)13 4(24%)

Under /Over

(53%)9 8(47%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)5 12(71%)

Under /Over

(24%)4 13(76%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(41%)7 10(59%)

/Yes

(53%)9 8(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)9 8(47%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Metz Metz
Lens Lens
Shots
Metz
Metz
Total shots
10.82 avg / game
Blocked
49 total
Avg. 3.27
Lens
Lens
Total shots
16.82 avg / game
Blocked
69 total
Avg. 4.60
Metz Metz Pass Lens Lens
Total passes
5620
Avg. 331 / game
Accurate
75%
Ball possession
36%
Total passes
8194
Avg. 482 / game
Accurate
83%
Ball possession
52%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Metz
Metz
1619
Avg. 95.24 / game
 Lens
Lens
1954
Avg. 114.94 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Metz
Metz
661
Avg. 38.88 / game
 Lens
Lens
1028
Avg. 60.47 / game
OTHERS
Metz
Metz
17
Played games
Lens
Lens
17
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.12
2
Clean sheets
6
0.35
3.82
65
Corners
100
5.88
19.88
338
Throw-ins
342
20.12
1.47
25
Offsides
32
1.88
2.71
46
GK saves
45
2.65
Metz
Metz
DISCIPLINARY
Lens
Lens
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.65
28
Yellow card
28
1.65
0.18
3
Red card
2
0.12
12.29
209
Fouls
214
12.59
16.29
277
Tackles
273
16.06
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How We Build the Metz vs Lens Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Metz vs Lens on 12 April 2024 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.

Metz vs Lens Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Metz's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Lens'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 Metz and Lens 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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