Montpellier vs Nantes Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 31 Aug 2024

Don’t Underestimate Nantes

The best plan could involve backing Nantes with a +0.25 Asian Handicap at -110 when clashing with Montpellier. Our stake is split between 0 and +0.5, allowing us to land a return in the event of a draw.

1-1 Draw in Last H2H

Montpellier HSC were defeated on the road in their last game. Paris Saint-Germain won 6-0 at Parc des Princes. Michel Der Zakarian's team had only 31% possession and recorded three shots on target.

FC Nantes claimed a 2-0 home win over AJ Auxerre at Stade de la Beaujoire in their previous game. Les Canaris had just 35% possession and totalled five shots on goal, with Moses Simon and Bahereba Guirassy both on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last encounter between Montpellier and Nantes ended all square. This head-to-head was a 1-1 draw at Stade de la Mosson. Looking back to the previous 10 H2H meetings, there has been three draws. Nantes have won four games and Montpellier three.

Montpellier have 4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 3.8 shots on goal and 10.6 attempts. They have averaged 44.5% possession, 389.0 passes and 3.3 corners per match, with their opponents getting 1.5 goals from 6.0 shots on goal, 17.8 attempts and 5.6 corners.

Top goalscorer Teji Savanier has found the net 3 times, with Lucas Mincarelli Davin, Othmane Maamma, Khalil Fayad and Akor Adams scoring 1 each. Leading assistor is Arnaud Nordin with 2, while goalkeeper Benjamin Lecomte has 2 clean sheets.

Nantes have 3 victories, 4 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 0.8 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 10.5 attempts. Antoine Kombouare's side have averaged 40.4% possession, 363.0 passes, 3.9 corners taken and 6.4 corners against, while conceding 1.4 goals from 4.0 shots on goal and 12.0 attempts.

Matthis Abline is top of the team’s scoring charts with 4, while Moses Simon, Bahereba Guirassy, Abdoul Kader Bamba and Mostafa Mohamed have 1. Pedro Chirivella has managed 2 assists in the last 10 games, while Alban Lafont has 4 clean sheets to his name.

Confirmed Lineups

Montpellier confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Benjamin Lecomte (GK), Falaye Sacko, Becir Omeragic, Modibo Sagnan, Issiaga Sylla, Jordan Ferri, Joris Chotard, Mousa Tamari, Teji Savanier, Tanguy Coulibaly, Akor Adams.

Nantes confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Alban Lafont (GK), Marcus Regis Coco, Nicolas Pallois, Nathan Zeze, Jean-Kevin Duverne, Pedro Chirivella, Johann Lepenant, Sorba Thomas, Tino Kadewere, Moses Simon, Matthis Abline.

Montpellier vs Nantes Prediction & Betting Tips

We’re siding with Nantes at -110 in this Ligue 1 match with a +0.25 goal advantage. It’s expected that they will have an edge and we can therefore feel bullish of a return with this wager.

Our football predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest data.

Key Montpellier vs Nantes league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Nantes in 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Nantes in 8 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Nantes in 2 consecutive games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Montpellier in 17 of their last 20 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Montpellier in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Montpellier in 4 consecutive games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Nantes in 2 consecutive games against Montpellier.

Nantes +0.25 Probability

The betting sites are estimating that there is a 52.4% likelihood of this pick landing a return. Our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

There are bigger prices on offer for bettors who are willing to move the line. If you want to take a different perspective on a team’s performance, more juice is up for grabs.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Montpellier 0 - 1 Nantes

Our prediction for the correct score is Nantes to land a 1-0 victory and this is available at +1000. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.

Montpellier vs Nantes Odds

With the bookies giving them a 45% probability of winning, Montpellier HSC might become a popular accumulator pick at their current betting odds. That is reflected in their +120 price of winning this Ligue 1 clash. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, FC Nantes are trading at +210.

The latest betting suggests it’s a close call between Over 2.5 Goals and Under 2.5 Goals.

The Draw No Bet market is popular for Ligue 1 matches, with the football betting sites offering Montpellier at -163 and Nantes are priced at +120 for the win.

Full-Time Result

1

+120

X

+250

2

+210

Half-Time Result

1

+187.5

X

+125

2

+260

Double Chance

1X

-275

12

-350

X2

-150

Draw No Bet

1

-163

2

+120

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-101

2 Hcp +0.25

-106

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-100

Over 2.5

-125

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-150

No

+110

Montpellier vs Nantes Lineups & Team News

It’s good to know about any injuries and this is reflected in our Montpellier vs Nantes team news, with this leading to predicted and confirmed lineups.

If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the Ligue 1 squads.

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