FC Metz is currently facing significant challenges as they sit at the bottom of Ligue 1. As they prepare for an important match against an in-form Marseille team, they will be without key midfielder Benjamin Stambouli. The club is in dire need of points, particularly as the international break approaches.
Team Updates for Metz vs Marseille
Coach Stéphane Le Mignan is hopeful as Senegal international Fodé Ballo-Touré returns from injury, potentially strengthening the squad. The Metz captain, Guathier Hein, is expected to reclaim his starting position, bringing experience and leadership to the team.
Current Squad Challenges
Despite having a notable striker in Habib Diallo, who recently returned to Ligue 1 and scored once this season, Metz has struggled offensively. They remain winless in their last five home matches, a stark contrast to their previous performances where they secured ten wins in earlier matches.
Predicted Line-Up for Metz
As Metz gears up to face Marseille, the predicted starting XI includes:
- Goalkeeper: Fischer
- Defenders: Ballo-Touré, Yegbe, S. Sané, Gbamin, Kouao
- Midfielders: Deminguet, Bo. Traoré, Hein
- Forwards: Tsitaichivili, Habib Diallo
Metz will need to focus on their strategies to improve their home performance and secure crucial points against a formidable Marseille side.
