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Metz will welcome Toulouse at Stade Saint-Symphorien in Ligue 1 on Sunday.
Metz vs Toulouse Preview
The hosts will seek to address a poor run of results as they welcome an old foe to their home turf. Metz have lost their last five matches, dropping 15 points, which has left the team with a mountain to climb. They have managed two wins in their last 10 matches in all competitions, drawing twice and losing six times.
Les Grenats earned promotion to Ligue 1 after finishing second in Ligue 2 last season, but have been struggling for form in the top flight. They sit in 14th place with 16 points but could leap into the top 10 if they claim maximum points this weekend. Their last win (2-1) over Toulouse in league action dates back to November 2016.
Toulouse sit in the red zone – 16th out of 18 teams. They have won only two matches out of 17 played, drawing eight and losing seven. These are early days though and they still have the opportunity to stop the rot. However, the team look weak and lack confidence. They got the better of Metz 3-0 when the sides last met.
Les Pitchouns are yet to win the top flight but they clinched the Coupe de France last season to earn qualification for the UEFA Europa League. They have reached the knockout round play-offs and will face Portuguese giants Benfica next. Toulouse hold a 10 vs 6 head-to-head win over Metz, with both sides sharing the spoils 10 times.
Metz vs Toulouse Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Metz have lost once and drawn four times in their last five matches against Toulouse.
- Metz have won once and drawn four times in their last five matches at home against Toulouse.
- Metz have won once, drawn once and lost thrice in their last five matches at home.
- Toulouse have won twice and lost thrice in their last five matches on the road in all competitions.
- Metz have lost their last five matches while Toulouse have won twice, drawn once and lost twice.
Metz vs Toulouse Prediction
Metz will count on their attacking duo once more. Abbie Jallow and Cheikh Sabaly boast three goals each while Mathieu Udol has delivered four assists.
Dutch striker Thijs Dallinga has been an impressive performer for the hosts, netting five times so far.
Visiting Toulouse come into the game as the favorites based on form, individuality and positive momentum.
Prediction: Metz 1-2 Toulouse
Metz vs Toulouse Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result – Toulouse to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes
Tip 3: Toulouse to score first – Yes
Tip 4: Metz to score - Yes
