The Stade de la Beaujoire is set to host a crucial Ligue 1 encounter as FC Nantes takes on FC Metz. This match, featuring two clubs desperate for consistency, is a pivotal fixture in the early season, with both sides looking to pull away from the lower half of the table. For FC Nantes, a win is vital to improve a concerning home record, while for FC Metz, it is an opportunity to build on their first win of the season and escape the relegation zone. The contrast in their recent results and current league standings sets the stage for a tense and highly contested battle for three essential points.
Match Details
CompetitionDateKick-off (IST)VenueLigue 1, Matchday 11Sunday, November 2, 20259:45 PMStade de la Beaujoire, Nantes
Team Form and Analysis for FC Nantes
Domestic Form and European Performance
FC Nantes, under the guidance of coach Luís Castro, have endured an inconsistent start to their Ligue 1 campaign. Sitting just outside the bottom three on goal difference with nine points from 10 matches (W2, D3, L5), their position is precarious. Their domestic form has seen recent ups and downs, including an encouraging 2-1 away victory over Paris FC followed by a thrilling but disappointing 5-3 home defeat against AS Monaco. The defensive frailty shown in the Monaco loss will be a major concern for the manager, particularly given their poor home form, which is currently the worst in Ligue 1 with only four points collected from five home fixtures. They will be determined to rectify this record against a struggling opponent. Nantes are not participating in European competitions this season, allowing them to focus entirely on their domestic league performance.
Key Player: Bahereba Guirassy
Following his brace against Monaco, Bahereba Guirassy has rediscovered his goal-scoring touch and will be the focal point of the Nantes attack. His physical presence and clinical finishing will be crucial in breaking down the Metz defense. His recent performance suggests he is capable of being the match-winner for Les Canaries.
Team Form and Analysis for FC Metz
Domestic Form and European Performance
FC Metz currently languish at the bottom of the Ligue 1 table in 18th position with only five points from 10 matches (W1, D2, L7). Their goal difference is the worst in the league, largely due to a disastrous away record where they have suffered five defeats in five road trips, conceding at least three goals in each. However, there is a renewed sense of hope following their surprising and much-needed first league win of the season, a 2-0 victory at home against RC Lens in their midweek fixture. This performance, which also yielded only their second clean sheet of the campaign, offers a potential turning point for Stéphane Le Mignan’s squad. Like their hosts, FC Metz is not involved in European competition.
Key Player: Gauthier Hein
The creative engine for Les Grenats is often midfielder Gauthier Hein. Despite being suspended for this match after his dramatic sending-off against Lens, his recent influence on the team’s morale and attack cannot be understated. In his absence, the focus will shift to striker Habibou Mouhamadou Diallo, who is crucial in holding up play and providing the necessary attacking threat to exploit Nantes’ defensive issues.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
The recent history between these two sides surprisingly favors the struggling visitors. In the last five competitive meetings across all competitions, FC Metz has dominated, securing three victories, while FC Nantes has managed just one win and one draw. Metz secured a 2-0 away victory in their most recent meeting at the Stade de la Beaujoire in March 2024, a result which will provide a psychological boost for the visiting side despite their current league form.
Competition PhaseTotal MatchesNantes WinsDrawsMetz WinsAll-Time Ligue 190313425Last 5 Meetings (All Comps)5113
Players to Watch
FC Nantes
Mostafa Mohamed: The Egyptian international is a proven goalscorer and will be looking to secure a starting berth after scoring off the bench in the last match. His predatory instincts in the box pose a constant threat.
Junior Mwanga: An important presence in the Nantes midfield, Mwanga’s ability to control the tempo and break up opposition play will be key in shielding the vulnerable backline.
FC Metz
Habibou Mouhamadou Diallo: With Gauthier Hein suspended, Diallo’s role as the primary threat in attack becomes even more crucial. His pace and finishing ability will be the main outlet for Metz’s counter-attacks.
Jean-Philippe Gbamin: The center-back’s experience will be vital in organizing a defense that has conceded the most goals in the league. His leadership will be tested against Nantes’ determined attack.
Prediction
This fixture is a true clash of teams with inconsistent forms. While FC Metz enters with a crucial morale-boosting win, their away record this season is historically poor, marked by five straight defeats with significant goals conceded. FC Nantes, despite their own struggles, particularly at home, possess a higher overall squad quality and will view this match as a non-negotiable opportunity to climb the table. The porous defense of both teams suggests a potentially high-scoring affair, but Nantes’ desperation for a home win and Metz’s dreadful away form should tilt the balance in favour of Les Canaries.
Predicted Score: FC Nantes 2-1 FC Metz
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
The Ligue 1 match between FC Nantes and FC Metz is scheduled to be broadcast by official Ligue 1 partners globally. Availability will depend on your specific region.
In the United States, the match will be available to stream via beIN SPORTS Connect, Fubo, and Fanatiz. In India, viewers can typically find Ligue 1 matches on platforms such as JioCinema and Sports18. Please check local listings to confirm the exact channel or streaming service for your region.
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