Compare Metz vs Lens

Metz vs Lens Head-to-Head Stats and Form Comparison

Compare Metz vs Lens: head-to-head stats, recent form, goals, defensive record and strength indicators from last matches.

Metz Home Team

Lens Away Team

Metz

30.1

L L D L L D D L L L

Last 10 Matches

Lens

58.8

W D D W W L W L W D

Categories Won

Metz

Draw

Lens

Performance Radar

Metz

Lens

Statistical Comparison

Win Percentage

0W, 3D, 7L

50%

5W, 3D, 2L

Goals Scored / Match

1.0

10 / 10 matches

2.3

23 / 10 matches

Goals Conceded / Match

2.4

24 / 10 matches

1.5

15 / 10 matches

Goal Difference

-14

Clean Sheet

20%

2 / 10 matches

20%

2 / 10 matches

Over 2.5 Goals

70%

7 / 10 matches

80%

8 / 10 matches

Both Teams to Score

50%

5 / 10 matches

70%

7 / 10 matches

Top Scorer

G. Kvilitaia (2 goals)

F. Thauvin (5 goals)

Most Goals by Half

1st Half: 5 / 2nd Half: 5

1st Half: 9 / 2nd Half: 14

Home Win Rate

0W / 6 matches

100%

5W / 5 matches

Away Win Rate

0W / 4 matches

0W / 5 matches

Schedule Strength (SoS)

57.2

League Difficulty: 86.0, Opponent Quality: 65.2

50.7

League Difficulty: 77.8, Opponent Quality: 56.0

Elite Opponent Record

0W / 4 matches

0W / 1 matches

Expected Goals (xG)

1.27

Actual: 1.0 | Diff: -0.27

2.54

Actual: 2.3 | Diff: -0.24

Adjusted Power Rating

30.1

Attack: 35.7, Defense: 21.4, Form: 0.0

58.8

Attack: 77.2, Defense: 50.4, Form: 50.4

Goal Timing Analysis

0-15'

16-30'

31-45'

46-60'

61-75'

76-90+'

Metz

Lens

Power Rating Breakdown

30.1

Overall

Attack 35.7

Defense 21.4

Form 0.0

Consistency 93.7

Power Rating Breakdown

58.8

Overall

Attack 77.2

Defense 50.4

Form 50.4

Consistency 53.2

Strength of Schedule

Measures the difficulty of opponents faced. Higher = tougher schedule.

League Difficulty

86.0 vs 77.8

Opponent Quality

65.2 vs 56.0

Elite Opponent Record

0% vs 0%

Metz

Lens

Opponent Quality: Quality blends league strength, recent points form, goal difference, and home/away context. It is not only club size or reputation.

Opponent Breakdown

League

Score

Opp. Quality

Lorient H

French Ligue 1

0 - 4 L

64%

Monaco H

French Ligue 1

1 - 2 L

72%

Le Havre A

French Ligue 1

4 - 4 D

58%

Paris FC H

French Ligue 1

1 - 3 L

72%

Marseille A

French Ligue 1

1 - 3 L

66%

Nantes H

French Ligue 1

0 - 0 D

51%

Rennes A

French Ligue 1

0 - 0 D

80%

Toulouse H

French Ligue 1

3 - 4 L

57%

Lens A

French Ligue 1

0 - 3 L

76%

Brest H

French Ligue 1

0 - 1 L

56%

Opponent Breakdown

League

Score

Opp. Quality

Nantes H

French Ligue 1

1 - 0 W

51%

Nice A

French Ligue 1

1 - 1 D

60%

Brest A

French Ligue 1

3 - 3 D

61%

Toulouse H

Coupe de France

4 - 1 W

40%

Toulouse H

French Ligue 1

3 - 2 W

57%

Lille A

French Ligue 1

0 - 3 L

78%

Angers H

French Ligue 1

5 - 1 W

47%

Lorient A

French Ligue 1

1 - 2 L

69%

Metz H

French Ligue 1

3 - 0 W

43%

Lyon A

Coupe de France

2 - 2 D

54%

AI Analysis

When we look at the raw statistics, both teams appear to be in form, but applying the Strength of Schedule filter reveals a much clearer picture.

Both teams have faced similar levels of opposition (SoS: 57.2 vs 50.7), making the raw statistics a reliable basis for comparison.

Lens's attack is on another level, averaging 2.3 goals per match with F. Thauvin leading the charge with 5 goals. Metz manages just 1.0 per match.

Defensively, Lens is far superior, conceding just 1.5 goals per match with 2 clean sheets, while Metz leaks 2.4 per match.

Metz has struggled against elite opposition, winning only 0 of 4 matches. When the stakes are highest, their performance drops significantly.

The home advantage factor favors Lens, who boasts a 100% home win rate. Playing in front of their fans could be the decisive factor.

Based on the combined statistics, expect 3.6 total goals. Over 2.5 goals is the statistical lean, with both teams to score being likely.

Lens emerges as the favorite in this matchup. With a stronger overall power rating (58.8 vs 30.1) and better performance against quality opposition, they should control the game. However, football always has room for surprises.

In the French Ligue 1 (2026-03-08), Lens beat Metz 3-0. League results are the most consistent indicator of form, and this result speaks volumes about the current dynamic between these teams. Lens secured this victory at home, where they tend to be strongest. However, the next encounter could present a different challenge if the venue changes. The 3-0 scoreline was emphatic — Lens completely dominated Metz in that encounter, raising serious questions about Metz's ability to compete at this level. Metz will be eager to avenge this defeat. The desire for revenge can be a powerful motivator, and they may come into the next meeting with extra determination. Lens will carry a psychological advantage from this recent victory. Knowing you've beaten your opponent recently provides a significant confidence boost.

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