- Fixture: Reims vs Metz – Ligue 1 Playoff Second Leg
- Date: Thurday, May 29, 2025
- Kick-Off: 7:30 PM (UK)
- Venue: Stade Auguste-Delaune, Reims
- Aggregate Score: 1-1
The final Ligue 1 spot for next season will be decided tonight as Reims welcome Metz in the second leg of their relegation/promotion playoff. With the first leg ending 1-1, it’s all to play for at Stade Auguste-Delaune.
🔍 Match Preview
Reims: Opportunity to Finish the Job at Home
Reims return home with the edge after earning a 1-1 draw in Metz. They will be hoping home advantage can carry them along at Stade Auguste-Delaune and get the best out of attacking threats like Jordan Siebatcheu and Ange Martial Tia.
Metz: Still in the Fight
Metz will be encouraged by their performance in the first leg. They produced a performance full of grit and determination and will be hoping a repeat performance could be enough to get the right result in the return leg.
✅ Match Prediction
This tie remains finely balanced. Reims have home advantage and top-flight experience, but Metz will make it tight. Expect a cautious first half and a potentially tense finish.
Prediction: Reims to win narrowly
💡 Betting Tips
| Bet Type | Tip | Best Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Time Result | Reims to Win | 2.50 |
| Correct Score | 1-0 Reims | 8.00 |
| BTTS | No | 1.90 |
| Anytime Scorer | Jordan Siebatcheu | 2.80 |
📌 Final Verdict
This is likely to be a cagey, tactical battle. Reims are narrow favourites, but Metz remain dangerous and could take it the distance. If you’re betting tonight, the value lies in a low-scoring home win or the game heading to extra time.
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Best Bet: Reims to Win + Under 2.5 Goals
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