Metz vs Lyon: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 25 January

Metz

L L D L L

18th place in France Ligue 1

2-5

25/01/2026 12:15

Lyon

W W W W L

4th place in France Ligue 1

France Ligue 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Metz vs Lyon on 25 January 2026 (kick-off: 12:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Metz vs Lyon preview before placing your bet.

Metz are currently 18th with 17 points after 34 matches.
Lyon sit 4th with 60 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Lyon to win with probability 55%.
Head-to-head history favors Lyon, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Metz have one win, while 2 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

12:15

2026-01-25

Metz vs Lyon - Prediction & Odds

Metz

Lyon

2026-01-25 12:15

STANDINGS UP TO 25/01/2026

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

01 Paris Saint Germain (PSG)	76	34	24	4	6	74	29	45
02 Lens	70	34	22	4	8	66	35	31
03 Lille	61	34	18	7	9	52	37	15
04 Lyon	60	34	18	6	10	53	40	13
05 Marseille	59	34	18	5	11	63	45	18
06 Rennes	59	34	17	8	9	59	50	9
07 Monaco	54	34	16	6	12	60	54	6
08 Strasbourg	53	34	15	8	11	58	47	11
09 Lorient	45	34	11	12	11	48	51	-3
10 Toulouse	44	33	12	8	13	47	46	1
11 Paris FC	44	34	11	11	12	47	50	-3
12 Stade Brestois	39	34	10	9	15	43	55	-12
13 Angers	36	34	9	9	16	29	48	-19
14 Le Havre	35	34	7	14	13	32	44	-12
15 AJ Auxerre	34	34	8	10	16	34	44	-10
16 Nice	32	34	7	11	16	37	60	-23
17 Nantes	23	33	5	8	20	29	52	-23
18 Metz	17	34	3	8	23	32	76	-44

Head To Head

23/08/2025 15:05

Lyon

3 - 0

Metz

FRA D1

23/02/2024 16:00

Metz

1 - 2

Lyon

FRA D1

05/11/2023 08:00

Lyon

1 - 1

Metz

FRA D1

07/01/2023 10:30

Lyon

2 - 1

Metz

FRAC

08/05/2022 07:00

Metz

3 - 2

Lyon

FRA D1

22/12/2021 16:00

Lyon

1 - 1

Metz

FRA D1

Metz

17%

Draw

33%

Lyon

50%

Metz Last 6 matches

18/01/2026 10:00

Strasbourg 2 - 1 Metz FRA D1

11/01/2026 13:00

Metz 0 - 4 Montpellier FRAC

04/01/2026 12:15

Lorient 1 - 1 Metz FRA D1

20/12/2025 10:30

Biesheim 0 - 3 Metz FRAC

13/12/2025 14:00

Metz 2 - 3 Paris Saint Germain (PSG) FRA D1

07/12/2025 12:15

AJ Auxerre 3 - 1 Metz FRA D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Lyon

11/01/2026 16:00

Lille 1 - 2 Lyon FRAC

03/01/2026 12:00

Monaco 1 - 3 Lyon FRA D1

21/12/2025 16:00

Lyon 3 - 0 Saint Cyr Collonges FRAC

14/12/2025 10:00

Lyon 1 - 0 Le Havre FRA D1

11/12/2025 16:00

Lyon 2 - 1 Go Ahead Eagles UEFA EL

07/12/2025 15:45

Lorient 1 - 0 Lyon FRA D1

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues France Ligue 1

Played games

Goals

Scored

222

Avg. per game

1.52

Conceded

189

Avg. per game

1.29

Scored

315

Avg. per game

2.06

Conceded

183

Avg. per game

1.20

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 146 home matches

YesNo

108 (74%)38 (26%)

In last 146 home matches

NoYes

133 (87%)20 (13%)

Metz

Recent matches

Lyon

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

Under /Over

(64%)29 16(36%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Metz

Lyon

Shots

Metz

Total shots

12.10 avg / game

Blocked

309 total

Avg. 3.51

Lyon

Total shots

14.79 avg / game

Blocked

434 total

Avg. 3.84

Metz Pass Lyon

Total passes

47241

Avg. 429 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

67718

Avg. 537 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Metz

146

Played games

Lyon

153

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.31

Clean sheets

0.32

3.78

552

Corners

820

5.36

12.23

1785

Throw-ins

2338

15.28

0.95

139

Offsides

255

1.67

1.95

285

GK saves

396

2.59

Metz

DISCIPLINARY

Lyon

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.30

190

204

1.33

0.13

0.08

9.49

1385

Fouls

1576

10.30

10.42

1522

Tackles

1903

12.44

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How We Build the Metz vs Lyon Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Metz vs Lyon on 25 January 2026 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 Lyon 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 Lyon'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 Lyon 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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