Montpellier will host Reims on Sunday, 27 April, in the next round of Ligue 1.
With the hosts already relegated, can they find strength to end their losing streak or will Reims claim the points they need as they also battle for survival in Ligue 1? Find that out and more from our Montpellier vs Reims prediction and preview.
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Montpellier vs Reims prediction: Another loss for Montpellier
Key Stats
- Reims enter this game with three wins in their last four Ligue 1 matches.
- The last five H2H duels between these teams have gone over 2.5 total goals.
- Montpellier have averaged 3.10 total goals per game in the league this season.
Correct score prediction: Montpellier 1-3 Reims
With the hosts already relegated and on an 11-game losing streak, we can't see them avoiding a loss against in-form opponent like Reims. Also, based on their recent H2H duels, we can expect a lot of goals, so a 3-1 win for Reims sounds like a smart correct score prediction.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies favouring Reims
- HOME: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.30%
- DRAW: 27/10 (3.70) – 27.00%
- AWAY: 1/1 (2.00) – 50.00%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
It's clear from these Montpellier vs Reims odds that the guests are the expected winners, which is hardly a surprise looking at the current Ligue 1 standings where Reims are 17 points ahead of Montpellier.
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Most recent H2Hs: A tied matchup in recent years
With two wins for each team and one draw in the last five duels between Montpellier and Reims, it's clear that this is a very close matchup, at least lately. Meanwhile, Reims have the advantage when it comes to their overall H2H record: 22-10-16.
France Ligue 1 06/10/24
Reims
Montpellier
France Ligue 1 21/04/24
Reims
Montpellier
France Ligue 1 27/08/23
Montpellier
Reims
France Ligue 1 03/06/23
Reims
Montpellier
France Ligue 1 13/11/22
Montpellier
Reims
Montpellier preview: Waiting for the nightmare to end
With 11 losses in a row in Ligue 1 and just 15 points from 30 games, Montpellier already know that they'll be moving to Ligue 2 next season. So, with their bags already packed, can they muster the strength to at least fight for honour in the remaining matches?
Montpellier also have a lot of players on their injury list, including Nicolas Pays, Othmane Maamma, Nikola Maksimovic, Axel Gueguin, Enzo Tchato, Modibo Sagnan, Christopher Jullien, Andy Delort, and Yanis Issoufou.
Predicted lineup: Lecomte (GK), Sainte-Luce, Mincarelli, Omeragic, Mouanga, Ndollo Bille, Khazri, Ferri, Nzingoula, Coulibaly & Ndiaye
France Ligue 1 10/05/25
L
PSG
4
Montpellier
1
France Ligue 1 04/05/25
L
Brest
1
Montpellier
0
France Ligue 1 27/04/25
D
Reims
0
Montpellier
0
France Ligue 1 19/04/25
L
Marseille
5
Montpellier
1
France Ligue 1 13/04/25
L
Angers
2
Montpellier
0
Reims preview: Not clear of danger yet
With 32 points from 30 games, Reims sit barely above the relegation zone. They are currently 13th, with four points more than the first team in the relegation zone, but they also have a game in hand. Furthermore, Reims have done well recently, with three wins in four league matches, plus they will be playing in Coupe de France final against PSG later this month.
When it comes to team news, Reda Khadra and Mohamed Daramy are out with injuries, while Joseph Okumu and Yaya Fofana are also doubtful.
Predicted lineup: Diouf (GK), Sangui, Akieme, Kipre, Sekine, Buta, Nakamura, Kone, Atangana, Ito & Pefok
France Ligue 1 10/05/25
L
St Etienne
2
Reims
0
France Ligue 1 02/05/25
L
Nice
1
Reims
0
France Ligue 1 27/04/25
D
Montpellier
0
Reims
0
France Ligue 1 20/04/25
W
Toulouse
0
Reims
1
France Ligue 1 11/04/25
W
Lens
0
Reims
2