Ligue 2· Kick-off : Friday, October 23, 2026, 19:00 (UK time)
Dunkerque vs Metz prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Dunkerque take on Metz on Friday, October 23, 2026 at 19:00 (UK time), a Ligue 2, matchday 10 fixture. Venue: Stade Marcel Tribut, Dunkerque. Metz start as favourites with a 57% chance of victory; Dunkerque are given 17% and the draw 26%.
Dunkerque have won just one of their last 5 matches (1 draw, 3 defeats), scoring 3 and conceding 9. Metz have won just one of their last 5 matches (2 draws, 2 defeats), scoring 9 and conceding 9. Both sides come in with similar form. On average Dunkerque score 0.60 and concede 1.80 goals per game; Metz score 1.80 and concede 1.80. In the table, Dunkerque sit 12th with 8 points from 8 games, Metz 10th with 10 points from 8. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, Dunkerque have averaged 0.68 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.47 for Metz.
Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Dunkerque and Metz: the prediction relies on each team's form and level. In double chance terms, "Dunkerque or draw" stands at 43%, "Metz or draw" at 83% and "no draw" at 74%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Dunkerque
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2026 | Annecy · Ligue 2 | 0-1 | L |
| Oct 2, 2026 | RAAL La Louvière · Club Friendlies | 0-4 | L |
| Sep 18, 2026 | PAU · Ligue 2 | 0-2 | L |
| Sep 12, 2026 | Saint Etienne · Ligue 2 | 2-1 | W |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Clermont Foot · Ligue 2 | 1-1 | D |
Metz
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2026 | Dijon · Ligue 2 | 2-4 | L |
| Sep 19, 2026 | Saint Etienne · Ligue 2 | 2-2 | D |
| Sep 14, 2026 | RED Star FC 93 · Ligue 2 | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Rodez · Ligue 2 | 4-1 | W |
| Aug 29, 2026 | Annecy · Ligue 2 | 1-1 | D |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkerque | 12 | 8 | 8 |
| Metz | 10 | 10 | 8 |
Head-to-head
Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Dunkerque and Metz: the prediction relies on each team's form and level.
Out and doubtful
Dunkerque
No absences reported.
Metz
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
Dunkerque
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Linguet5/5
- E. Prutsev5/5
- A. Lebeau4/5
- J. Morel4/5
- K. Ayari4/5
- L. Vallier4/5
- Moha4/5
- O. Sangante4/5
- S. Keita4/5
- T. Massock4/5
- V. Mayela4/5
Metz
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- B. Sarr5/5
- C. Devenish5/5
- G. Abuashvili5/5
- J. Deminguet5/5
- B. Munongo4/5
- F. Miguel4/5
- J. Fischer4/5
- J. Ruiz4/5
- P. M. Fall4/5
- T. Savanier4/5
- J. Pandore3/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Dunkerque vs Metz prediction?
Our AI gives Dunkerque a 17% chance of winning, the draw 26% and Metz 57%. Metz are therefore favourites.
When and where is Dunkerque vs Metz played?
Friday, October 23, 2026 at 19:00 (UK time), Ligue 2, matchday 10. Venue: Stade Marcel Tribut, Dunkerque.
What form are Dunkerque and Metz in?
Dunkerque: 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (3 scored, 9 conceded). Metz: 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (9 scored, 9 conceded).
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