Brest vs Metz: H2H, prediction and probable lineups — November 23, 2025
On Sunday, November 23, in a French Ligue 1 clash, Brest will host Metz on their home turf. Read on for detailed team analysis and our match prediction below.
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Match preview
Brest, after some impressive seasons in Ligue 1, are struggling to find their rhythm in the 2025/26 campaign. After the opening 12 rounds, the team has collected just 10 points and sits 15th in the table. Brest's last win dates back to September 28, when they defeated Angers away. Since then, Éric Roy's men have played six matches: three draws and three losses.
At home, Brest are likely to focus on a cautious approach: compact defending, trying to control possession, and capitalizing on set pieces or quick combinations. Their priority will be to minimize risks and squeeze the most out of their rare attacking opportunities.
Metz, after a poor start in which they earned just two points and lost seven matches, seem to have finally found their form. In their last three outings, they've taken maximum points, beating Lens (2-0), Nantes (2-0), and Nice (2-1). With 11 points, Metz have climbed to 14th place in the standings.
Metz are likely to utilize a balanced approach: not just sitting back, but looking to transition quickly into counterattacks. The visitors have the resources to catch Brest on the break and exploit open spaces aggressively.
Probable lineups
Brest: Majecki; Lala, Chardonnet, Coulibaly, Bourgault; Chotard, Tousart; Balde, Del Castillo, Lascary; Ajorque
Metz: Fischer; Kouao, Gbamin, Yegbe, Colin; A. Toure, Deminguet; Sabaly, Hein, Tsitaishvili; Diallo
Match facts and head-to-head
- In the last five meetings, Brest have won three times, Metz twice
- Brest are winless in their last six games
- Metz have won three games in a row
Prediction
I believe Metz will at least secure a draw here. The team is in good form, clinical in front of goal, and solid at the back. My prediction: Asian handicap Metz (+1) at 1.6
