Metz vs Lyon: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 23 February

Betiball's prediction for Metz vs Lyon on 23 February 2024 (kick-off: 16:00) 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 vs Lyon: Starting Lineups Time : 23/02/2024 16:00

Metz
1 - 2
Finished
Lyon
82' event Joseph Nduquidi / Lamine Camara
81' event Lamine Camara
75' event Arthur Atta / Didier Lamkel Ze
75' event Ibou Sane / Joel Asoro
55' event Kevin Van Den Kerkhof / Cheikh Tidiane Sabaly
13' event Georges Mikautadze
event 90+4' Paul Akouokou / Maxence Caqueret
event 89' Mama Samba Balde / Alexandre Lacazette
event 87' Jake O'Brien
event 73' Clinton Mata Pedro Lourenco
event 70' Malick Fofana / Ernest Nuamah
event 70' Mathis Ryan Cherki / Orel Mangala
event 60' Mohamed Said Benrahma
event 46' Mohamed Said Benrahma / Gift Emmanuel Orban
event 45+1' Alexandre Lacazette
82' event Joseph Nduquidi / Lamine Camara
event 90+4' Paul Akouokou / Maxence Caqueret
81' event Lamine Camara
event 89' Mama Samba Balde / Alexandre Lacazette
75' event Arthur Atta / Didier Lamkel Ze
event 87' Jake O'Brien
75' event Ibou Sane / Joel Asoro
event 73' Clinton Mata Pedro Lourenco
55' event Kevin Van Den Kerkhof / Cheikh Tidiane Sabaly
event 70' Malick Fofana / Ernest Nuamah
13' event Georges Mikautadze
event 70' Mathis Ryan Cherki / Orel Mangala
event 60' Mohamed Said Benrahma
event 46' Mohamed Said Benrahma / Gift Emmanuel Orban
event 45+1' Alexandre Lacazette
Metz Metz
Substitutions
#22 Kevin Van Den Kerkhof
#25 Arthur Atta
#37 Ibou Sane
#34 Joseph Nduquidi
#1 Guillaume Dietsch
#5 Fali Cande
#26 Malick Mbaye
#39 Kouao Kouao Koffi
#15 Ababacar Moustapha Lo
Metz Metz Lyon Lyon
15Shots11
4Shots on Goal5
13Fouls12
4Corner Kick3
13Free kick13
0Offside1
1Yellow card2
30Aerial28
3Save3
23Successful Tackles22
12Interceptions9
0Assist2
4Substitution5
11Shots off goal6
13Head Success16
2Blocked3
23Tackle22
6Dribbles8
22Throw-in24
318Passes545
104Attacks125
47Dangerous attacks59
2Corner Kicks(HT)2
Lyon Lyon
Substitutions
#17 Mohamed Said Benrahma
#11 Malick Fofana
#18 Mathis Ryan Cherki
#7 Mama Samba Balde
#4 Paul Akouokou
#14 Adryelson Rodrigues
#23 Lucas Estella Perri
#5 Dejan Lovren
#20 Sael Kumbedi
Commentary
90+4' Lyon — substitution: Paul Akouokou / Maxence Caqueret
89' Lyon — substitution: Mama Samba Balde / Alexandre Lacazette
87' Jake O'Brien - Lyon receive a yellow card
82' Metz — substitution: Joseph Nduquidi / Lamine Camara
81' Lamine Camara - Metz receive a yellow card
75' Metz — substitution: Arthur Atta / Didier Lamkel Ze
75' Metz — substitution: Ibou Sane / Joel Asoro
73' Clinton Mata Pedro Lourenco - Lyon receive a yellow card
70' Lyon — substitution: Malick Fofana / Ernest Nuamah
70' Lyon — substitution: Mathis Ryan Cherki / Orel Mangala
60' Goal! Mohamed Said Benrahma - Lyon
55' Metz — substitution: Kevin Van Den Kerkhof / Cheikh Tidiane Sabaly
46' Lyon — substitution: Mohamed Said Benrahma / Gift Emmanuel Orban
45+1' Goal! Alexandre Lacazette - Lyon
13' Goal! Georges Mikautadze - Metz

How We Build the Metz vs Lyon Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Metz vs Lyon on 23 February 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 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.

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Metz and Lyon sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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