Metz vs Pau FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 04 January

Metz
DWDLD
3rd place in France Ligue 2
1
0-0
FT
04/01/2025 09:00
Pau FC
LDDWL
13th place in France Ligue 2
France Ligue 2
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Metz vs Pau FC on 04 January 2025 (kick-off: 09:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Metz vs Pau FC preview before placing your bet.

  • Metz will face Pau FC in France Ligue 2 on January 4, 2025 at 09:00.
  • Metz are currently 3rd with 65 points after 34 matches.
  • Pau FC sit 13th with 42 points from 34 matches.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.74.
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
09:00

2025-01-04

Metz vs Pau FC - Prediction & Odds

Metz
Metz
Pau FC
Pau FC
2025-01-04 09:00
51
26
23
1
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.25
1.74
FT
0-0 0-0
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weather
0℃～1℃
STANDINGS UP TO 04/01/2025
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Lorient Lorient
71 34 22 5 7 68 31 37
02 Paris FC Paris FC
69 34 21 6 7 55 33 22
03 Metz Metz
65 34 18 11 5 64 34 30
04 USL Dunkerque USL Dunkerque
56 34 17 5 12 47 40 7
05 Guingamp Guingamp
55 34 17 4 13 57 45 12
06 FC Annecy FC Annecy
51 34 14 9 11 42 43 -1
07 Stade Lavallois MFC Stade Lavallois MFC
50 34 14 8 12 44 38 6
08 Bastia Bastia
48 34 11 15 8 43 37 6
09 Grenoble Grenoble
46 34 13 7 14 43 44 -1
10 Troyes Troyes
44 34 13 5 16 36 34 2
11 Amiens Amiens
43 34 13 4 17 38 50 -12
12 Ajaccio Ajaccio
42 34 12 6 16 30 42 -12
13 Pau FC Pau FC
42 34 10 12 12 39 53 -14
14 Rodez Aveyron Rodez Aveyron
39 34 9 12 13 56 54 2
15 Red Star FC 93 Red Star FC 93
38 34 9 11 14 37 51 -14
16 Clermont Clermont
33 34 7 12 15 30 46 -16
17 Martigues Martigues
32 34 9 5 20 29 56 -27
18 Caen Caen
22 34 5 7 22 31 58 -27
Head To Head
08/04/2023 13:00
Pau FC Pau FC
1 - 1
Metz Metz
FRA D2
01/10/2022 13:00
Metz Metz
1 - 0
Pau FC Pau FC
FRA D2
Pau FC
1
50%
Draw
1
50%
Metz
0
0%
Metz Metz Last 6 matches
20/12/2024 15:45
Troyes 3 - 0 Metz
FRAC
14/12/2024 15:00
FC Annecy 0 - 0 Metz
FRA D2
09/12/2024 15:45
Metz 2 - 0 USL Dunkerque
FRA D2
29/11/2024 14:30
Raon L Etape 0 - 1 Metz
FRAC
22/11/2024 15:00
Clermont 1 - 1 Metz
FRA D2
16/11/2024 08:45
FCSR Obernai 0 - 3 Metz
FRAC
Win
50%
Draw
33%
Lost
17%
Last 6 matches Pau FC Pau FC
13/12/2024 15:00
Pau FC 1 - 0 Ajaccio
FRA D2
06/12/2024 15:00
Rodez Aveyron 1 - 0 Pau FC
FRA D2
30/11/2024 09:30
St Philbert Gd Lieu 1 - 1 Pau FC
FRAC
22/11/2024 15:00
Pau FC 4 - 1 Red Star FC 93
FRA D2
16/11/2024 08:45
Bayonne 1 - 3 Pau FC
FRAC
09/11/2024 09:00
Pau FC 0 - 0 Paris FC
FRA D2
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
Metz
Metz
37
 Pau FC
Pau FC
34
Goals
Scored
36
Avg. per game
0.97
Conceded
24
Avg. per game
0.65
Scored
23
Avg. per game
0.68
Conceded
31
Avg. per game
0.91
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 37 matches
YesNo
23 (62%)14 (38%)
In last 37 matches
NoYes
17 (50%)17 (50%)
Metz

Metz

Recent matches

Pau FC

Pau FC

Under /Over

(76%)28 9(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(74%)25 9(26%)

Under /Over

(27%)10 27(73%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(35%)12 22(65%)

Under /Over

(46%)17 20(54%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)19 15(44%)

/Yes

(62%)23 14(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)18 16(47%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Metz Metz
Pau FC Pau FC
Shots
Metz
Metz
Total shots
12.49 avg / game
Blocked
56 total
Avg. 3.50
Pau FC
Pau FC
Total shots
12.74 avg / game
Blocked
25 total
Avg. 2.27
Metz Metz Pass Pau FC Pau FC
Total passes
19568
Avg. 529 / game
Accurate
84%
Ball possession
59%
Total passes
13286
Avg. 403 / game
Accurate
86%
Ball possession
48%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Metz
Metz
4093
Avg. 110.62 / game
 Pau FC
Pau FC
3102
Avg. 91.24 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Metz
Metz
2093
Avg. 56.57 / game
 Pau FC
Pau FC
1675
Avg. 49.26 / game
OTHERS
Metz
Metz
37
Played games
Pau FC
Pau FC
34
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.30
11
Clean sheets
9
0.26
4.97
184
Corners
171
5.03
16.38
606
Throw-ins
620
18.24
0.92
34
Offsides
39
1.15
2.97
110
GK saves
121
3.56
Metz
Metz
DISCIPLINARY
Pau FC
Pau FC
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.62
60
Yellow card
76
2.24
0.03
1
Red card
5
0.15
11.38
421
Fouls
453
13.32
13.49
499
Tackles
377
11.09
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How We Build the Metz vs Pau FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Metz vs Pau FC on 04 January 2025 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 Pau FC 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 Pau FC'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 Pau FC 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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