Metz vs Toulouse prediction and betting tips on January 14, 2024
We present to our readers a forecast for the match between Metz and Toulouse, as the opponents clash in the framework of the French Ligue 1.
Metz
The current season proves challenging for Metz, as the team occupies the 14th position in the league table. The gap from the relegation zone is only two points, necessitating the team to maintain its form. In the last round, the team suffered a 1-3 defeat against PSG away, marking the fourth consecutive loss in the championship. Last week, Metz was eliminated from the French Cup, losing at home in a penalty shootout to the less-favored Clermont. The club faces five personnel losses, with four of them joining their respective national teams.
Toulouse
Toulouse faces a hectic schedule this season, having participated in the Europa League and advancing from a challenging group in second place. In the league, the team currently occupies the 16th position, which is within the relegation playoff zone. The gap from the relegation playoff zone is only two points. The club had a chance to claim a trophy this year but lost 0-2 to PSG in the battle for the French Super Cup. Approximately a week ago, the team secured a spot in the Round of 16 of the national cup, defeating the modest Chambéry 3-0 away. Four players will be unavailable for this confrontation.
Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history
- The first-round encounter concluded with a convincing 3-0 home victory for Toulouse.
- Metz has won only one out of 8 matches in the current Ligue 1 season.
Match forecast for Metz vs Toulouse
The opponents are given equal chances for success, as they face each other as direct competitors. Therefore, the victory will carry special significance. Considering that both teams haven't been delivering spectacular football, a reasonable bet appears to be on the total goals being under 2.5.