Montpellier vs Lens: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 January

Montpellier
LLDLL
18th place in France Ligue 1
2
0-2
FT
31/01/2025 19:45
Lens
LWLWD
8th place in France Ligue 1
France Ligue 1
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Montpellier vs Lens on 31 January 2025 (kick-off: 19:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Montpellier vs Lens preview before placing your bet.

  • Montpellier are currently 18th with 16 points after 34 matches.
  • Lens sit 8th with 52 points from 34 matches.
  • Our algorithm prediction: Lens to win with probability 50%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Lens, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Montpellier have no wins, while 3 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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
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2025-01-31

Montpellier vs Lens - Prediction & Odds

Montpellier
Montpellier
Lens
Lens
2025-01-31 19:45
26
24
50
2
2 - 1
2 - 1
2.75
1.80
FT
0-2 0-1
-
weather
8℃～9℃
STANDINGS UP TO 31/01/2025
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Paris Saint Germain (PSG) Paris Saint Germain (PSG)
84 34 26 6 2 92 35 57
02 Marseille Marseille
65 34 20 5 9 74 47 27
03 Monaco Monaco
61 34 18 7 9 63 41 22
04 Nice Nice
60 34 17 9 8 66 41 25
05 Lille Lille
60 34 17 9 8 52 36 16
06 Lyon Lyon
57 34 17 6 11 65 46 19
07 Strasbourg Strasbourg
57 34 16 9 9 56 44 12
08 Lens Lens
52 34 15 7 12 42 39 3
09 Stade Brestois Stade Brestois
50 34 15 5 14 52 59 -7
10 Toulouse Toulouse
42 34 11 9 14 44 43 1
11 AJ Auxerre AJ Auxerre
42 34 11 9 14 48 51 -3
12 Rennes Rennes
41 34 13 2 19 51 50 1
13 Nantes Nantes
36 34 8 12 14 39 52 -13
14 Angers Angers
36 34 10 6 18 32 53 -21
15 Le Havre Le Havre
34 34 10 4 20 40 71 -31
16 Reims Reims
33 34 8 9 17 33 47 -14
17 Saint Etienne Saint Etienne
30 34 8 6 20 39 77 -38
18 Montpellier Montpellier
16 34 4 4 26 23 79 -56
Head To Head
08/12/2024 14:00
Lens Lens
2 - 0
Montpellier Montpellier
FRA D1
19/05/2024 19:00
Lens Lens
2 - 2
Montpellier Montpellier
FRA D1
08/12/2023 20:00
Montpellier Montpellier
0 - 0
Lens Lens
FRA D1
25/02/2023 20:00
Montpellier Montpellier
1 - 1
Lens Lens
FRA D1
10/12/2022 15:00
Montpellier Montpellier
1 - 2
Lens Lens
INT CF
15/10/2022 19:00
Lens Lens
1 - 0
Montpellier Montpellier
FRA D1
Montpellier
0
0%
Draw
3
50%
Lens
3
50%
Montpellier Montpellier Last 6 matches
26/01/2025 16:15
Toulouse 1 - 2 Montpellier FRA D1
17/01/2025 18:00
Montpellier 2 - 1 Monaco FRA D1
12/01/2025 16:15
Montpellier 1 - 3 Angers FRA D1
04/01/2025 20:00
Lyon 1 - 0 Montpellier FRA D1
21/12/2024 17:00
Le Puy Foot 43 Auvergne 4 - 0 Montpellier FRAC
15/12/2024 14:00
Montpellier 2 - 2 Nice FRA D1
Win
33%
Draw
17%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Lens Lens
26/01/2025 16:15
Lens 1 - 0 Angers FRA D1
18/01/2025 16:00
Lens 1 - 2 Paris Saint Germain (PSG) FRA D1
12/01/2025 14:00
Le Havre 1 - 2 Lens FRA D1
05/01/2025 14:00
Lens 0 - 1 Toulouse FRA D1
22/12/2024 20:00
Lens 1 - 1 Paris Saint Germain (PSG) FRAC
14/12/2024 18:00
AJ Auxerre 2 - 2 Lens FRA D1
Win
33%
Draw
33%
Lost
33%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues France Ligue 1

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

Played games
Montpellier
Montpellier
17
 Lens
Lens
17
Goals
Scored
11
Avg. per game
0.65
Conceded
20
Avg. per game
1.18
Scored
11
Avg. per game
0.65
Conceded
15
Avg. per game
0.88
Scored a goal
In last 6 home matches
YesNo
1 (17%)5 (83%)
In last 6 home matches
NoYes
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 17 home matches
YesNo
8 (47%)9 (53%)
In last 17 home matches
NoYes
8 (47%)9 (53%)
Montpellier

Montpellier

Recent matches

Lens

Lens

Under /Over

(94%)16 1(6%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(65%)11 6(35%)

Under /Over

(47%)8 9(53%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)4 13(76%)

Under /Over

(59%)10 7(41%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(41%)7 10(59%)

/Yes

(59%)10 7(41%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(24%)4 13(76%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Montpellier Montpellier
Lens Lens
Shots
Montpellier
Montpellier
Total shots
12.35 avg / game
Blocked
48 total
Avg. 3.43
Lens
Lens
Total shots
16.88 avg / game
Blocked
43 total
Avg. 4.78
Montpellier Montpellier Pass Lens Lens
Total passes
6378
Avg. 375 / game
Accurate
79%
Ball possession
45%
Total passes
8677
Avg. 510 / game
Accurate
84%
Ball possession
56%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Montpellier
Montpellier
1593
Avg. 93.71 / game
 Lens
Lens
1946
Avg. 114.47 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Montpellier
Montpellier
817
Avg. 48.06 / game
 Lens
Lens
1093
Avg. 64.29 / game
OTHERS
Montpellier
Montpellier
17
Played games
Lens
Lens
17
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.06
1
Clean sheets
8
0.47
5.35
91
Corners
113
6.65
18.18
309
Throw-ins
312
18.35
2.18
37
Offsides
47
2.76
3.88
66
GK saves
43
2.53
Montpellier
Montpellier
DISCIPLINARY
Lens
Lens
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.53
43
Yellow card
40
2.35
0.35
6
Red card
5
0.29
12.53
213
Fouls
238
14.00
18.65
317
Tackles
312
18.35
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How We Build the Montpellier vs Lens Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Montpellier vs Lens on 31 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 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.

Montpellier vs Lens Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Montpellier'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 Montpellier and Lens sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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