Ligue 1 Regular Season - 4
Metz 1 - 1 FT Angers
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
14' J. Gbamin (G. Hein)
Haris Belkebla 45'+2
HT
↓ F. Hanin ↑J. Ekomie 61'
↓ S. Cherif ↑L. Machine 61'
72' ↓ G. Tsitaishvili ↑G. Abuashvili
72' ↓ I. Sane ↑C. Sabaly
↓ L. Mouton ↑H. Abdelli 72'
↓ L. Raolisoa ↑J. Kalumba 80'
85' ↓ B. Stambouli ↑J. Deminguet
Haris Belkebla 87'
H. Abdelli 90'
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Metz
Goalkeepers
J. Fischer 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Midfielders
B. Stambouli 
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
B. Traore 
ENFORCER
6
Tackles
6
Tackles
8
Duels Won
80%
Win %
G. Tsitaishvili
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
G. Hein 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
58%
Pass Acc
I. Sane
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
1
Pens Won
Forwards
H. Diallo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
P. Sy 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Colin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Melieres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Deminguet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Guerti
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Abuashvili
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Sabaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Bokele Mputu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Madjo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Angers
Goalkeepers
H. Koffi 
FRIENDLY FIRE
0
Mistake
0
Mistake
1
Fouls
8.2
Rating
Defenders
Midfielders
Y. Belkhdim
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
49%
Pass Acc
H. Belkebla 
SWEEPER
2
Cleanups
2
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
0
Blocks
L. Raolisoa
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
L. Mouton
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
72
Entry
S. Cherif
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
P. Peter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
M. Zinga
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Ekomie
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bamba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Courcoul
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Biumla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Capelle
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Abdelli 
CLUTCH HERO
0
Goal Time
0
Goal Time
0
Impact
7.5
Rating
L. Machine 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
J. Kalumba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/09/2025 | Metz | 1 - 1 | Angers | Ligue 1 | Stade Saint-Symphorien |
| 14/05/2022 | Metz | 1 - 0 | Angers | Ligue 1 | Stade Saint-Symphorien |
| 03/10/2021 | Angers | 3 - 2 | Metz | Ligue 1 | Stade Raymond-Kopa |
| 03/03/2021 | Metz | 0 - 1 | Angers | Ligue 1 | Stade Saint-Symphorien |
| 18/10/2020 | Angers | 1 - 1 | Metz | Ligue 1 | Stade Raymond-Kopa |
| 24/08/2019 | Angers | 3 - 0 | Metz | Ligue 1 | Stade Raymond-Kopa |
Metz Win
Angers Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +7
P: 4 GD: +8
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -7
P: 4 GD: -5
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +18
P: 19 GD: +26
P: 20 GD: +24
P: 20 GD: +13
P: 20 GD: +4
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 19 GD: +9
P: 20 GD: +8
P: 20 GD: -4
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 20 GD: -4
P: 20 GD: -5
P: 20 GD: -8
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 20 GD: -9
P: 20 GD: -17
P: 20 GD: -15
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Saint-Symphorien Shocker: Abdelli's Stoppage-Time Penalty Denies Metz Victory
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. A crunch match where VAR made the call that mattered, where two goalkeepers refused to break, and where the final whisper rewrote the entire narrative.
Gbamin's Early Strike Builds False Hope
Metz, languishing at the foot of the table with just one point from four matches, desperately needed a statement. Jean-Philippe Gbamin delivered it in the 14th minute, latching onto G. Hein's assist to break the deadlock. The home side dominated possession at 55%, controlling the intensity and dictating play. Nine shots fired, yet Metz never found the killer instinct to bury their opponents. Angers, sitting 12th and fighting their own battle, remained dangerous despite being second best on the ball. The balance shifted constantly—Metz pressed, Angers counter-attacked—but neither side could land a decisive blow until the chaos arrived.
VAR's Verdict Ignites the Powder Keg
Minute 87: VAR confirms a penalty for Angers. A decision that could have sparked outrage instead sparked salvation. Hervé Koffi, Angers' goalkeeper, delivered a masterclass—four saves, one crucial penalty stop—refusing to let Metz escape. On the opposite end, Jonathan Fischer matched his rival's heroics with four interventions of his own. But the subplot changed everything: H. Abdelli, summoned from the bench at 72 minutes, stepped up at the 90th to convert the spot-kick. An absolute upset, a fairytale finish that snatched a point from the jaws of defeat and left Metz's survival hopes hanging by a thread.
Two Trajectories Diverge
Metz remains winless across four games, their form a grim DLLL. Angers climbs to 12th place unbeaten, their resilience on display with an xG of 2.27—superior to Metz's 1.71—proving they struck where it counted. The hosts controlled the match; the visitors controlled the outcome. A late equalizer that stings Metz but energizes Angers' fight against the drop. Saint-Symphorien witnessed not dominance, but drama—and drama, in football's cruel arithmetic, is what decides seasons.
Key Questions
What made Jean-Philippe Gbamin Man of the Match?
Rating of 8.7: early goal-scorer and defensive anchor, he controlled Metz's shape for 76 minutes before the late collapse.
Did Metz deserve the late equaliser?
Possession favoured them (55%), but Angers' xG (2.27 vs 1.71) tells the truth: they finished sharper when it mattered.
How did substitute Abdelli change the game?
Introduced at 72', scored at 90' from the spot. Classic super-sub impact: one moment, one goal, one point rescued.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Relegation Battle Ignites at Saint-Symphorien
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 9/100. This encounter is destined to be a tactical stalemate where clinical finishing is likely to be denied by elite goalkeeping.
The Setup
Metz enter this fixture sitting precariously in 17th place, desperately needing a result at the Stade Saint-Symphorien to climb out of the danger zone. Despite some recent flashes of winning Form, their defensive record remains a concern. Conversely, Angers sit 12th, looking to exploit their superior tactical Balance to secure safety. In this early-season relegation battle, the Stakes are high for both sides as they fight to avoid being cut adrift in the bottom tier of the table.
Key Battle
The defining conflict will occur between the sticks rather than in the final third. Jonathan Fischer has been a human shield for the hosts, averaging over four saves per game. He faces an Angers side that relies on collective structure rather than individual brilliance. Metz's defensive unit will have to remain compact to prevent the visitors from finding the one opening that could decide this tight affair.
Our Prediction
Expect a low-scoring game where caution overrides ambition. Both teams are likely to prioritize a clean sheet over attacking risks, especially with two high-performing keepers on the pitch. The Stars of the match will be the defensive lines. We predict a 0-0 draw, as neither side currently possesses the offensive firepower to consistently break through well-drilled low blocks.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match ?
No, a pre-score of 9 suggests a low-quality affair for neutral viewers.
What's the predicted outcome?
A 0-0 draw defined by defensive discipline.
Where are Metz and Angers in the league table?
Metz are 17th with 11 points; Angers are 12th with 16 points.
What is Metz's current form?
Metz have a mixed record of LLWWW in their last five matches.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Hervé Koffi (Angers) with 0 goals in 3 matches, averaging a 8.0 rating.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.