Round 20 - Ligue 1
Angers SCO VS FC Metz
Stade Raymond Kopa
1 February, 2026
Overview:
Angers SCO hosts FC Metz in Ligue 1 Round 20 on February 1, 2026. Angers occupy 11th place with 22 points from 18 matches, while Metz sit 18th in the relegation zone with 12 points from 18 matches. This is a crucial fixture for both sides, with Angers seeking to consolidate their mid-table position and Metz desperately needing points for survival.
Recent H2H results: Angers undefeated in last 10 matches vs Metz (20 wins, 14 draws, 17 defeats in 51 all-time meetings)
Prediction:
Based on current form and stats, we expect a close contest with a final score of 2-1 in favor of Angers SCO.
Angers' home advantage at Stade Raymond-Kopa is significant given their strong home record (1.60 goals per match, 1.30 conceded). Metz's severe away form (3.00 goals conceded per match) suggests vulnerability to Angers' attacking play. Metz's survival desperation may lead to aggressive tactical approach, but their defensive vulnerabilities create scoring opportunities for Angers.
Historical dominance favors Angers, combined with home advantage and Metz's catastrophic away record. Metz's relegation battle may inspire pressure defense but their consistent defensive failures across 18 matches indicate systemic issues. Angers' competitive home form and attacking distribution provide strong foundation for victory.
Last Update: 31-01-2026
Stats:
| Angers SCO | FC Metz |
|---|---|
| Expected Possession | |
| 45.4 | 50.3 |
| Average Goals Per Match | |
| 1.4 | 1.5 |
| Win Probability | |
| 0.68 | 0.14 |
| Position | Team | Won | Drawn | Lost | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PSG | 24 | 4 | 6 | 76 |
| 2 | RC Lens | 22 | 4 | 8 | 70 |
| 3 | Lille | 18 | 7 | 9 | 61 |
| 4 | Olympique Lyon | 18 | 6 | 10 | 60 |
| 5 | Marseille | 18 | 5 | 11 | 59 |
| 6 | Stade Rennais | 17 | 8 | 9 | 59 |
| 7 | Monaco | 16 | 6 | 12 | 54 |
| 8 | Strasbourg | 15 | 8 | 11 | 53 |
| 9 | Lorient | 11 | 12 | 11 | 45 |
| 10 | Toulouse | 12 | 8 | 13 | 44 |
| 11 | Paris FC | 11 | 11 | 12 | 44 |
| 12 | Brest | 10 | 9 | 15 | 39 |
| 13 | Angers SCO | 9 | 9 | 16 | 36 |
| 14 | Le Havre | 7 | 14 | 13 | 35 |
| 15 | Auxerre | 8 | 10 | 16 | 34 |
| 16 | Nice | 7 | 11 | 16 | 32 |
| 17 | Nantes | 5 | 8 | 20 | 23 |
| 18 | FC Metz | 3 | 8 | 23 | 17 |
| Name | Club | Country | Matches | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. Lepaul | REN | FRA | 34 | 21 | 5 |
| J. Panichelli | RC | ARG | 27 | 16 | 1 |
| M. Greenwood | MAR | ENG | 33 | 16 | 8 |
| L. Sinayoko | AJA | MAL | 32 | 13 | 4 |
