Strasbourg vs Metz: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Strasbourg

L W L D W

8th place in France Ligue 1

2-1

18/01/2026 10:00

Metz

L L D L L

18th place in France Ligue 1

France Ligue 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Strasbourg vs Metz on 18 January 2026 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Strasbourg vs Metz preview before placing your bet.

Strasbourg will face Metz in France Ligue 1 on January 18, 2026 at 10:00.
Strasbourg are currently 8th with 53 points after 34 matches.
Metz sit 18th with 17 points from 34 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.48.

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

10:00

2026-01-18

Strasbourg vs Metz - Prediction & Odds

Strasbourg

Metz

2026-01-18 10:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2026

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

17/08/2025 11:15

Metz

0 - 1

Strasbourg

FRA D1

12/05/2024 15:00

Strasbourg

2 - 1

Metz

FRA D1

24/09/2023 07:00

Metz

0 - 1

Strasbourg

FRA D1

09/01/2022 10:00

Metz

0 - 2

Strasbourg

FRA D1

17/09/2021 15:00

Strasbourg

3 - 0

Metz

FRA D1

14/02/2021 10:00

Metz

1 - 2

Strasbourg

FRA D1

Metz

33%

Draw

Strasbourg

67%

Strasbourg Last 6 matches

10/01/2026 13:00

Avranches 0 - 6 Strasbourg

FRAC

03/01/2026 14:00

Nice 1 - 1 Strasbourg

FRA D1

21/12/2025 09:45

Strasbourg 2 - 1 USL Dunkerque

FRAC

18/12/2025 16:00

Strasbourg 3 - 1 Breidablik

UEFA ECL

14/12/2025 12:15

Strasbourg 0 - 0 Lorient

FRA D1

11/12/2025 16:00

Aberdeen 0 - 1 Strasbourg

UEFA ECL

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Metz

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

28/11/2025 15:45

Metz 0 - 1 Rennes

FRA D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues France Ligue 1

Played games

Strasbourg

Metz

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.74

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.23

Scored

Avg. per game

0.97

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.22

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 53 matches

YesNo

42 (79%)11 (21%)

In last 53 matches

NoYes

20 (56%)16 (44%)

Strasbourg

Recent matches

Metz

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)27 9(25%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)15 21(58%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(58%)21 15(42%)

/Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)17 19(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Strasbourg

Metz

Shots

Strasbourg

Total shots

12.48 avg / game

Blocked

120 total

Avg. 2.67

Metz

Total shots

10.36 avg / game

Blocked

92 total

Avg. 2.97

Strasbourg Pass Metz

Total passes

27295

Avg. 525 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

16417

Avg. 456 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Strasbourg

Played games

Metz

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.25

Clean sheets

0.22

4.25

225

Corners

151

4.19

16.08

852

Throw-ins

604

16.78

1.74

Offsides

1.28

3.08

163

GK saves

128

3.56

Strasbourg

DISCIPLINARY

Metz

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.92

102

1.58

0.09

0.11

10.66

565

Fouls

405

11.25

9.25

490

Tackles

387

10.75

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Strasbourg vs Metz Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Strasbourg vs Metz on 18 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.

Strasbourg vs Metz Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Strasbourg's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Metz'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 Strasbourg and Metz sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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