Ligue 1· Season 2025
Match Summary
Lorient defeated Metz 4:0. The match was played in Ligue 1 2025. Goals were scored by J. Makengo 24′, B. Dieng 84′, A. Avom 90′, N. Cadiou 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Metz had 54% possession while Lorient held 46%. Metz had 8 shots (2 on target) compared to 14 (7 on target) for Lorient. Expected goals: Metz 0.67 — Lorient 2.00. Metz made 4 substitutions, Lorient made 5.
Match Events
Match Statistics
Metz had 54% possession against Lorient's 46%. Metz registered 8 shots (2 on target) while Lorient managed 14 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 7–4. Fouls committed: 8–8.
Lineups
Metz lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Benoit Tavenot, while Lorient deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Olivier Pantaloni.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Metz is —, compared to 6.82 for Lorient. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Metz's highest-rated starter is —, while Lorient's best-rated player is Y. Mvogo (7.01).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Metz have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Lorient's starters account for 17 goals and 14 assists, spearheaded by A. Tosin (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Metz deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Lorient's 3-man backline averaging 6.74. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Metz field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Lorient's 4 rated 6.89. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Metz start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Lorient averaging 6.75. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Metz and 84% for Lorient. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Metz's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 31 for Lorient. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Metz's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Lorient average 25.6 (youngest: A. Faye (21), oldest: L. Abergel (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Metz's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 25 for Lorient. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Benoit Tavenot
Substitutes
Coach: Olivier Pantaloni
Metz and Lorient have met 15 times — Metz won 4, Lorient won 6, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2014. Lorient leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 48 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.20 per match (21 for the home side, 27 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (73%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Metz are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2017.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
Match Prediction
Injuries & Suspensions
Metz
- DoubtfulJ. Mangondo
- DoubtfulJ. Mangondo
Lorient
- DoubtfulT. Le Bris
- DoubtfulB. Meite
- DoubtfulD. Yongwa
- DoubtfulT. Le Bris
- DoubtfulB. Meite
- DoubtfulD. Yongwa
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Metz
3.23
1xBet
Draw
3.75
Dafabet
Lorient
2.30
1xBet
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
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Head-to-Head Record
Even recordHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
3.9
Average goals per game
80%
Games with 3+ goals
80%
Both teams scored
Market Summary
Margin: 4.8%Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.
Implied Probability
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 3.20 | 3.70 | 2.15 |
| Max | 3.20 | 3.70 | 2.15 |
Result vs. Market
Result matched market prediction
Match Statistics
Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.
Head-to-Head History
Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.
Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026