Metz vs Clermont prediction and betting tips on January 5, 2024
In the context of the French Cup's Round of 32, a match will take place between Metz and Clermont, and our match prediction has been published on the pages of our website.
Metz
The current season poses challenges for Metz, as the team currently occupies the 14th position in the league table. The two-point gap from the relegation zone leaves them feeling far from secure. In their last fixture, the team suffered a 1-3 defeat away to the league leaders PSG. While such a setback is not alarming, it marks their fourth consecutive loss. Metz cannot be characterized as a strong home team, with only one victory in eight Ligue 1 encounters.
Clermont
After 17 rounds in the elite French division, Clermont stands as the weakest team and the primary candidate for relegation. With an entire second round ahead, they are trailing by 5 points from the 15th qualifying position. In their recent match, the club lost 1-3 at home to Rennes. Although they scored early in the 3rd minute, they were reduced to ten men towards the end of the first half, and their opponent capitalized on the advantage in the second half. Clermont has been struggling for victories, with a winless streak of six matches and only two points accumulated during this period.
Statistics and Match prediction
Despite the early stage of the tournament, representatives from the elite division will face each other. The clubs already crossed paths this season, with Metz securing a 1-0 away victory. Given the challenging league situations for both teams, a successful performance in the French Cup could serve as a form of rehabilitation. Bookmakers slightly favor the hosts, though the odds for their success are gradually increasing. Anticipating a less entertaining match, our wager is on a total of under 2.5 goals.