Lens vs Metz: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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08 Mar,15:00
3 - 0
Full Time
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Lens
Metz

Lens vs Metz Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half1 - 0
14
J. Gbamin
was cautioned
44
S. Abdulhamid
scored for Lens
2nd Half3 - 0
46
F. Thauvin
scored for Lens
48
A. Toure
was cautioned
52
A. Haidara
scored for Lens
90
M. Mboula
was cautioned

On 08 March 2026, Lens face Metz at Stade Bollaert-Delelis with kickoff scheduled for . This France Ligue 1 encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.

Lens operate with a flexible back three.

Metz prefer a system that balances attack and defence.

Recent Form

Lens

W D L W W

Metz

L L L L D

Lens have shown strong momentum, remaining difficult to beat in recent weeks. The team should continue to build on their recent results.

In contrast, Metz are currently going through a difficult run of form. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.

Recent Form Home/Away

Lens (Home)

W L W W W

Metz (Away)

L L L L D
Lens form remains fairly steady regardless of location.

Metz's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Lens

+ - - + -

Metz

- - - - +

Lens have experienced ups and downs in recent defensive performances. Concentration at the back will be key.

However, Metz have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Lens (Home)

+ - - + +

Metz (Away)

- - - - -
Lens show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.

Metz show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Lens

+ - + + +

Metz

+ - + + -

Lens are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.

However, Metz have often featured in open games with several goals. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Lens (Home)

+ + + - -

Metz (Away)

+ + - + -
Lens's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.

There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Metz.

Scoring Consistency

Lens

+ + + + +

Metz

- - - + -

Lens show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

In contrast, Metz are finding it difficult to convert chances into goals. Goals are proving hard to come by.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Lens (Home)

+ + + + +

Metz (Away)

- - - + +
There is little difference in Lens's scoring output across venues.

Metz's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.

Match Information
Referee: Mathieu Vernice
Venue: Stade Bollaert-Delelis

Lens vs Metz Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

3.04
xG
0.35
52
Ball Posession (%)
48
2
Big Chances
0
0
Cautions
3
24
Shots
5
7
Shots on Goal
0
5
Shots Blocked
3
19
Shots inside Box
4
5
Shots outside Box
1
0
Hit Woodwork
0
12
Fouls
17
6
Corner Kicks
4
12
Throw Ins
13
0
Saves
4
17
Free Kicks
12
3
Offsides
1
487
Passes Total
469
426
Passes Completed
402
121
Passes in the final 3rd Total
114
89
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
86
45
Touches in the Opposition Box
13
15
Tackles Total
24
9
Tackles Completed
13
13
Clearances
29
26
Crosses Total
15
12
Crosses Completed
5
7
Interceptions
13

Lens vs Metz Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
40
R. Risser
1
J. Fischer
20
M. Sarr
97
F. Ballo-Toure
25
I. Ganiou
2
M. Colin
4
N. Celik
5
J. Gbamin
14
M. Udol
38
S. Sane
28
A. Thomasson
70
B. Sarr
8
M. Sangare
12
A. Toure
23
S. Abdulhamid
33
B. Munongo
19
A. Sima
8
B. Traore
10
F. Thauvin
30
H. Diallo
11
O. Edouard
11
G. Kvilitaia

Lens vs Metz H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

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