Montpellier go in search of a first away victory against Angers since 2018. Stade Raymond-Kopa is the location for this French Ligue 1 game.
Angers vs Montpellier – Top Predictions & Free Betting Tips
Angers have been horrendous so far this season and the team suffered the worst loss of the campaign following a 5-0 defeat at the hands of Lyon. Montpellier could not build on the back-to-back league victories, as they were beaten 3-1 by Lille.
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Victory and three points for Montpellier
Montpellier have not been exactly outstanding so far this season, but they have done enough to pick up an average of 1.5 points per match so far this season. Meanwhile, Angers have produced a string of disastrous displays with the team hitting a new low after the loss to Lyon last weekend. Even though Montpellier have not managed an away victory against this opponent in the last four years, they should be able to get a narrow edge in this game.
Total goals over 2.5
Angers have come up with a series of miserable performances so far this season. The team has now gone through 17 goals in the first six matches, while Montpellier’s participation in the match is likely to ensure goals. The visitors have managed 16 goals from the first six matches.
Angers vs Montpellier: Angers set for a fifth consecutive loss?
Angers have been horrendous for the season and the team has suffered four consecutive losses. The recent performance against Lyon might just be one of the worst among the lot. Even in this early stage of the campaign, Angers have become the worst defensive team with a whopping 17 goals conceded. Angers coach Gérald Baticle should make some changes to the starting XI coming into the game.
Angers Predicted Line-Up:
Fofana, Mendy, Hountondji, Bamba, Ounahi, Capelle, Bentaleb, Sabanovic, Boufal, Diony, Hunou
Montpellier have been unable to hit a consistent run of form over the last few weeks. However, the team has been quite good going forward and this may be the basis for their push in the next few weeks. Manager Olivier Dall'Oglio has seen his team grab the second spot in terms of goals scored so far this season, as the team have picked up 16 goals from the first six matches. Only PSG have scored more goals than Montpellier.
Montpellier Predicted Line-Up:
Carvalho, Cozza, Sakho, Estève, Sacko, Ferri, Chotard, Maouassa, Savanier, Nordin, Wahi
Team News
Angers: Ibrahim Amadou is likely to be the only player missing from action because he is yet to hit full fitness.
Montpellier: Dimitry Bertaud, Théo Sainte-Luce, and Pedro Mendes are certainly ruled out because of injuries. Valère Germain and Jonas Omlin are missing due to suspension. Christopher Jullien, Wahbi Khazri, and Stephy Mavididi are doubtful for this match.
Top Ligue 1 Stats ahead of Angers vs Montpellier
Here are the top stats for the game along with a tool to help you pick the best odds.
Head to Head
21/05/22
France Ligue 1 LI1
Angers
Montpellier
2
0
22/12/21
France Ligue 1 LI1
Montpellier
Angers
4
1
04/04/21
France Ligue 1 LI1
Angers
Montpellier
1
1
20/09/20
France Ligue 1 LI1
Montpellier
Angers
4
1
22/02/20
France Ligue 1 LI1
Angers
Montpellier
1
0
Last Five - Angers
29/01/23
France Ligue 1 LI1
Brest
Angers
4
0
L
21/01/23
France Cup France
Strasbourg Koenigshoffen
Angers
0
1
W
15/01/23
France Ligue 1 LI1
Clermont Foot
Angers
2
1
L
11/01/23
France Ligue 1 LI1
PSG
Angers
2
0
L
11/01/23
France Ligue 1 LI1
PSG
Angers
2
0
L
Last Five - Montpellier
29/01/23
France Ligue 1 LI1
Auxerre
Montpellier
0
2
W
15/01/23
France Ligue 1 LI1
Nantes
Montpellier
3
0
L
11/01/23
France Ligue 1 LI1
Nice
Montpellier
6
1
L
11/01/23
France Ligue 1 LI1
Nice
Montpellier
6
1
L
06/01/23
France Cup France
Pau
Montpellier
2
1
L
Questions about Angers vs Montpellier
Where is the match scheduled? Stade Raymond-Kopa
When does this match start? 11th September 2022 at 14:00 GMT
Which team is the favourite to win? Angers