Nantes vs Metz Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 02 Nov 2025
Ligue 1 Betting Preview: Nantes vs Metz
Nantes host Metz in this French Ligue 1 meeting at Stade de la Beaujoire, with kick-off set for 12:15 on Sunday 2 November. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.
Nantes Look a Great Bet to Win
Nantes could land the money against Metz and we’ll take this pick on the Full-Time Result market. There are appealing odds of -114 and we can’t pass up the chance to back the favourites.
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2-0 Win for Metz in Last H2H Battle
Nantes lost their last game, being beaten at home to Monaco 5-3 at Stade de la Beaujoire. Luis Castro's side had 48% of possession and five shots on target, with Bahereba Guirassy bagging two goals and Mostafa Mohamed scoring the other.
Metz have suffered five straight away defeats. In their previous game, they enjoyed a 2-0 home victory against RC Lens at Stade Saint-Symphorien. Les Grenats had 46% possession and recorded seven shots on goal, with Gauthier Hein finding the net twice.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Metz have beaten Nantes in the last two encounters. A 2-0 away victory at Stade de la Beaujoire followed a 3-1 home win at Stade Saint-Symphorien. The past 8 meetings between these sides have resulted in four Metz victories and one Nantes win. There have also been three draws.
| Ligue 1 | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Nantes |
10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 15 | -5 | 10:15 | 9 |
| 18 | Metz |
10 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 8 | 26 | -18 | 8:26 | 5 |
Nantes have 2 wins, 5 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 2.5 shots on goal and 10.2 attempts. Les Canaris have averaged 42.8% possession, 364.2 passes and 3.4 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.5 goals from 4.9 shots on goal, 15.6 attempts and 6.7 corners.
The three top scorers are Mostafa Mohamed, Bahereba Guirassy and Youssef El Arabi, with these players all scoring 2 goals. Matthis Abline is the leading assists maker on 2, with goalkeeper Anthony Lopes keeping 2 clean sheets.
Metz – Last 10 League GamesMetz have 1 victory, 7 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 2.8 shots on goal, 7.8 attempts and 0.8 goals. The Lorraine team average 49.3% possession, 455.0 passes, 4.0 corners awarded and 5.5 corners against, while 2.6 goals have been conceded from 13.9 attempts and 6.1 shots on goal.
Gauthier Hein has scored 3 goals, followed by Ibou Sane, Habibou Mouhamadou Diallo, Jean-Philippe Gbamin and Boubacar Traore on 1. Gauthier Hein is top assists provider with 2, while Jonathan Fischer has kept 2 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Nantes predicted lineup (4-3-3): Anthony Lopes (GK), Kelvin Amian, Chidozie Awaziem, Tylel Tati, Louis Leroux, Hyeok-kyu Kwon, Junior Mwanga, Dehmaine Tabibou, Bahereba Guirassy, Youssef El Arabi, Matthis Abline.
Metz predicted lineup (3-4-2-1): Jonathan Fischer (GK), Maxime Colin, Terry Yegbe, Jean-Philippe Gbamin, Koffi Frank Kouao, Alpha Toure, Jessy Deminguet, Georgiy Tsitaishvili, Cheikh Sabaly, Giorgi Abuashvili, Habib Diallo.
Nantes vs Metz Prediction & Betting Tips
Take on Nantes vs Metz with our in-depth betting analysis, featuring an expert match prediction, scoreline advice, corners market insight, key player props and a value-driven bet builder.
Match Prediction
We can’t pass up the opportunity to back Nantes considering they are -114 to record a Ligue 1 victory. We’ll take this bet with confidence based on the stats that are available to us.
We’re always aware of the injuries and suspensions for each team before we decide which way to go with our football picks. The form and data also help the Ligue 1 experts at Sportsgambler.com when it comes to a betting view on the action.
Key Nantes vs Metz league stats:
Nantes to Win Probability
According to the top bookies, our pick has a 53.2% chance of landing a return. After careful examination, our tipsters have this probability close to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
We’re taking a chance on Nantes to achieve a 1-0 winning scoreline. Odds of +600 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.
Player Prop Picks
Giorgi Abuashvili (Metz) has recorded an average of 1.75 shots in his past four Ligue 1 away games. Out of the prop bets currently on offer, we’re opting for the +130 when it comes to this Player Shots wager.
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Bahereba Guirassy (Nantes) has managed two goals in his past four Ligue 1 games on home soil. We’re content to land the +280 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he features on the scoresheet.
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Corners Prediction
Nantes have had under 5.5 corners in eight straight matches. For Team Corners, we’re expecting Nantes to fall short and you can land odds of -138.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’re happy to go with a bet builder that has Nantes on the 1x2, Under 2.5 accompanied by Giorgi Abuashvili (Metz) to manage Over 1.5 shots.
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Nantes vs Metz Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Bookies Giving Nantes Plenty of Respect
At betting odds of -114, the bookies make Nantes probable winners and there’s a 53% likelihood that the favourites triumph in this Ligue 1 encounter. If you’re searching for a different slant, Metz are available at +290.
If you’re feeling confident of a win for Nantes, the Asian Handicap -0.5 option is priced at -111. You might instead think that Metz +0.5 at -111 is more appealing and the draw is included here.
The latest betting suggests it’s a close call between Over 2.5 Goals and Under 2.5 Goals. If you’re betting on Both Teams to Score, you can back Yes at -123 and No at -109.
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Mostafa Mohamed Favourite to Be First Goalscorer
Mostafa Mohamed can be backed to find the net anytime at +180. There is the chance to back the market leader to score the first goal at +410.
Nantes Aiming to Stop the Rot at Home
Nantes have failed to win in their last three matches at Stade de la Beaujoire. Luis Castro's side have managed four losses, three victories and three draws in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 1.20.
Metz have now lost five consecutive games on their travels.
When the sides last met at Stade de la Beaujoire, Metz beat Nantes 2-0. The past 4 H2H games at Stade de la Beaujoire have seen two draws along with a victory for Nantes and a win for Metz.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Nantes Home Stats |
3-3-4 | 2.30 | 1.10 | 1.20 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 7 | |
Metz Away Stats |
0-0-5 | 5.20 | 1.00 | 4.20 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
Nantes League Stats
Metz League Stats
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 1 win, 7 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 defeats have been inflicted in the previous 5 away matches.
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 2.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 4.20 conceded in the previous 5 away matches
- An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 5.20 goals per game in the previous 5 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 5 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 5 away matches
- An average of 3.40 corners awarded and 6.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 5.40 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 5.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.60 corners awarded and 6.80 corners against in the last 5 away matches
- An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.40 corners awarded in the last 5 away matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 3 of the last 5 away matches
- An average of 42.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 41.90% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 49.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 53.00% possession in the last 5 away matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 5 away matches
- Top Scorers for Nantes this season are Bahereba Guirassy (2), Mostafa Mohamed (2), Youssef El Arabi (2)
- Top Assistors for Nantes this season are Matthis Abline (2), Bahereba Guirassy (1), Johann Lepenant (1)
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Nantes vs Metz Lineups & Team News
Get the latest team news for Nantes vs Metz before you bet. Stay in the know with our predicted and confirmed Ligue 1 lineups and the latest on injuries.
Nantes Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Metz Predicted Lineup 3-4-2-1
Nantes Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Metz Predicted Lineup 3-4-2-1
Previous Nantes Lineups
Previous Metz Lineups
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PSG | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 20:9 | 21 |
| 2 | Monaco | 10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 23:16 | 20 |
| 3 | Marseille | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 24:11 | 19 |
| 4 | Strasbourg | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 21:12 | 19 |
| 5 | Lyon | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16:12 | 19 |
| 6 | Lens | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 14:10 | 19 |
| 7 | Lille | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 22:13 | 17 |
| 8 | Nice | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 16:15 | 17 |
| 9 | Toulouse | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 17:15 | 14 |
| 10 | Rennes | 10 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 14:16 | 12 |
| 11 | Le Havre | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 12:16 | 12 |
| 12 | Paris FC | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 17:20 | 11 |
| 13 | Angers | 10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 8:14 | 10 |
| 14 | Brest | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 14:18 | 9 |
| 15 | Nantes | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 10:15 | 9 |
| 16 | Lorient | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 13:22 | 9 |
| 17 | Auxerre | 10 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 7:16 | 7 |
| 18 | Metz | 10 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 8:26 | 5 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marseille | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 18:6 | 13 |
| 2 | Monaco | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 14:7 | 13 |
| 3 | Nice | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10:5 | 13 |
| 4 | Strasbourg | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 11:2 | 12 |
| 5 | Lens | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 10:4 | 12 |
| 6 | Lyon | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 8:3 | 12 |
| 7 | Lille | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10:4 | 10 |
| 8 | PSG | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8:3 | 10 |
| 9 | Toulouse | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 13:10 | 8 |
| 10 | Le Havre | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8:6 | 8 |
| 11 | Rennes | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 7:5 | 8 |
| 12 | Angers | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5:4 | 8 |
| 13 | Lorient | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 12:12 | 8 |
| 14 | Paris FC | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 11:10 | 7 |
| 15 | Auxerre | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4:5 | 6 |
| 16 | Brest | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 8:9 | 5 |
| 17 | Metz | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3:5 | 5 |
| 18 | Nantes | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6:10 | 4 |
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