Metz vs Lorient: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 September

Metz

D W D L D

3rd place in France Ligue 2

1-1

21/09/2024 08:30

Lorient

W W D W L

1st place in France Ligue 2

France Ligue 2

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Metz vs Lorient on 21 September 2024 (kick-off: 08:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Metz vs Lorient preview before placing your bet.

Metz are currently 3rd with 65 points after 34 matches.
Lorient sit 1st with 71 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Metz to win with probability 39%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Metz and Lorient have each won 3 of the last 6 meetings, while 0 matches ended in draws.

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 %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

08:30

2024-09-21

Metz vs Lorient - Prediction & Odds

Metz

Lorient

2024-09-21 08:30

STANDINGS UP TO 21/09/2024

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Lorient	71	34	22	5	7	68	31	37
02 Paris FC	69	34	21	6	7	55	33	22
03 Metz	65	34	18	11	5	64	34	30
04 USL Dunkerque	56	34	17	5	12	47	40	7
05 Guingamp	55	34	17	4	13	57	45	12
06 FC Annecy	51	34	14	9	11	42	43	-1
07 Stade Lavallois MFC	50	34	14	8	12	44	38	6
08 Bastia	48	34	11	15	8	43	37	6
09 Grenoble	46	34	13	7	14	43	44	-1
10 Troyes	44	34	13	5	16	36	34	2
11 Amiens	43	34	13	4	17	38	50	-12
12 Ajaccio	42	34	12	6	16	30	42	-12
13 Pau FC	42	34	10	12	12	39	53	-14
14 Rodez Aveyron	39	34	9	12	13	56	54	2
15 Red Star FC 93	38	34	9	11	14	37	51	-14
16 Clermont	33	34	7	12	15	30	46	-16
17 Martigues	32	34	9	5	20	29	56	-27
18 Caen	22	34	5	7	22	31	58	-27

Head To Head

04/02/2024 10:00

Metz

1 - 2

Lorient

FRA D1

26/11/2023 10:00

Lorient

2 - 3

Metz

FRA D1

20/04/2022 13:00

Lorient

1 - 0

Metz

FRA D1

12/12/2021 10:00

Metz

4 - 1

Lorient

FRA D1

16/05/2021 15:00

Lorient

2 - 1

Metz

FRA D1

04/10/2020 09:00

Metz

3 - 1

Lorient

FRA D1

Metz

50%

Draw

Lorient

50%

Metz Last 6 matches

14/09/2024 08:30

Paris FC 1 - 2 Metz FRA D2

31/08/2024 08:30

Metz 1 - 1 Stade Lavallois MFC FRA D2

23/08/2024 14:00

Rodez Aveyron 1 - 3 Metz FRA D2

19/08/2024 14:50

Metz 1 - 1 Bastia FRA D2

10/08/2024 13:00

Amiens 1 - 1 Metz INT CF

03/08/2024 11:00

Metz 0 - 3 Torino INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Lorient

13/09/2024 14:00

Lorient 2 - 1 Red Star FC 93 FRA D2

31/08/2024 08:30

Amiens 1 - 0 Lorient FRA D2

24/08/2024 08:30

Lorient 2 - 0 Grenoble FRA D2

19/08/2024 14:45

Martigues 0 - 1 Lorient FRA D2

10/08/2024 11:59

Guingamp 1 - 1 Lorient INT CF

07/08/2024 11:00

Nantes 1 - 1 Lorient INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues France Ligue 2

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

174

Avg. per game

0.61

Conceded

174

Avg. per game

0.61

Scored

157

Avg. per game

0.59

Conceded

157

Avg. per game

0.59

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 283 matches

YesNo

129 (46%)154 (54%)

In last 283 matches

NoYes

119 (45%)145 (55%)

Metz

Recent matches

Lorient

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(22%)10 35(78%)

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Metz

Lorient

Shots

Metz

Total shots

10.70 avg / game

Blocked

520 total

Avg. 2.94

Lorient

Total shots

11.62 avg / game

Blocked

544 total

Avg. 2.96

Metz Pass Lorient

Total passes

91881

Avg. 420 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

94161

Avg. 436 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Metz

283

Played games

Lorient

264

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

0.24

3.75

1062

Corners

1078

4.08

12.81

3624

Throw-ins

3885

14.72

0.95

268

Offsides

311

1.18

2.43

689

GK saves

630

2.39

Metz

DISCIPLINARY

Lorient

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.50

424

375

1.42

0.10

0.06

9.81

2776

Fouls

2531

9.59

11.03

3122

Tackles

3441

13.03

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How We Build the Metz vs Lorient Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Metz vs Lorient on 21 September 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 2 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 Lorient 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 Lorient'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 2 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 2 standings and the France Ligue 2 form table to understand exactly where Metz and Lorient 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 2 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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