Saint-Étienne - Montpellier predictions

The home team are slightly stronger as far as most online bookies are concerned, but the difference is by no means insurmountable. Both a stalemate and a victory for Montpellier are still on the table.

Montpellier is known for their determination and we expect them to give their all in pursuit of a win in this match.

When we talk about Saint-Étienne’s previous Ligue 1 result, it’s fair to say hosts can be pretty happy to have avoided a heavier defeat. They were the 9.00 underdogs last time out and a narrow Olympique Lyonnais HT/FT loss is not something to scoff at.

Montpellier displayed admirable form the last time we saw them in a Ligue 1 match. They were ahead at half-time and won the game decisively (3:1), even though their opponents Brest were tagged as hard favourites before kick-off.

Saint-Étienne have displayed rather inconsistent defensive play in their previous outings. Specifically, their previous 3 away games have been marked by more than 5 conceded goals. They may be at home this time, but such records usually highlight deeper issues than a home-field disadvantage.

Montpellier’s home stadium have seen a lot of conceded goals recently – 9 in the last 3 games, to be exact. Considering they don’t have home-field advantage this time, most online sportsbooks are giving rather short odds on Over markets.

While the first few rounds of this season were not exactly great for Saint-Étienne, they’re not in the relegation zone yet. There’s plenty of time left, so they have time to record better results – though overcoming this matchup is no easy feat.

We’re still in the early stages of this year’s Ligue 1, but things are not looking great for Montpellier. They’re placed at 18th, well into the relegation zone. Although they’ll have time to improve their performance, getting their hands on any points in this matchup will be an uphill battle.

The odds being what they are, remember that they were priced with various injuries in mind. The hosts reported that Anthony Briançon, Thomas Monconduit, Mickael Nade will have to sit this one out, while Montpellier will have to make do without Akor Adams, Joris Chotard, Boubakar Kouyate, Theo Sainte Luce, Becir Omeragic.

An Over 2.5 Goals is a great bet if you like staying on the safe side. The betting value for this market is strong compared even to the 1, which makes this an easy betting prediction to make.