Metz vs Angers: Predictions Preview, Lineups, H2h for September 14, 2025

On Sunday, September 14, at 17:15 Central European Time, Metz will face Angers in the fourth round of Ligue 1. Here’s an overview of both teams’ current form along with our prediction for the match.

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Match preview

Metz, newly promoted from Ligue 2, is struggling this season and may drop back down by the end of it.

In their first three matches, Metz lost all, with a total score of 2:7. They struggled to create chances against Strasbourg (0:1) and Lyon (0:3). Although they put up a fight against Paris, poor defense led to a 2:3 loss, with Paris controlling the match.

Angers, on the other hand, have had a better start. With four points from the first three matches, they currently sit in eighth place.

In their first game, Angers secured a win against fellow newcomers Paris (1:0) despite being one player down. They then lost 0:1 to PSG and drew 1:1 against Rennes at home. The team adopts a defensive strategy, effectively closing down spaces and leveraging counterattacks to gain points early in the season.

Probable line-ups

Metz: Fischer, Kouao, Colin, Gbamin, Mboula, Traoré, Stambouli, Deminguet, Tsitaishvili, Maggio, Sabaly

Angers: Koffi, Arcus, Camara, Lefort, Ekomie, Belkhir, Belkebla, Raolisoa, Mouton, Cherif, Peter

Match facts and head-to-head

• In their last five encounters, Angers have won three, with one draw and one win for Metz.
• Metz is still looking for their first victory this season.
• Six of Angers’ last seven matches have seen two or fewer goals scored.

Prediction

A high-scoring match is unlikely. Metz may control possession, which plays into Angers’ hands. However, recent performances suggest Metz has difficulties finishing their chances. Angers should be able to stick to their game plan and take advantage of any opportunities that arise. My prediction: total goals under 2.5 at 1.73 odds.