Angers SCOvsMontpellier HSC

The Battle of the Strugglers

Two teams, both in desperate need of a win, face off. Angers SCO and Montpellier HSC are set to clash in a match that promises tension and drama. Both teams are languishing in the lower echelons of Ligue 1, with Angers sitting at 13th and Montpellier at 17th. Recent form? Not pretty. Angers have not tasted victory in their last seven games, while Montpellier have lost their last eight. The stakes are high, and the pressure is palpable.

Angers SCO: A Team in Transition

Angers SCO's return to Ligue 1 has been anything but smooth. Despite a promising start, they've hit a rough patch, losing their last six matches. Their attack has been blunt, failing to score in their last five outings. Key players like Lepaul and Niane need to step up if they are to break this drought. The team has shown a penchant for scoring late, with 31% of their goals coming in the final 15 minutes. But will they find the net against a Montpellier side that's equally desperate?

Montpellier HSC: Searching for Stability

Montpellier's season has been a rollercoaster. They've struggled to find consistency, especially on the road, where they've lost their last four matches. Their defense has been porous, conceding in each of their last 39 games. Offensively, they've been just as troubled, failing to score in their last five matches. Players like Arnaud Nordin and Wahbi Khazri need to rediscover their scoring touch if Montpellier are to climb out of the relegation zone.

A Clash of Desperation

Historically, these encounters have been tight. The most common result when Angers hosts Montpellier is a 1-1 draw. However, given both teams' current inability to score, a goalless draw seems more likely. Angers have not lost to Montpellier at home in their last five meetings, which could give them a slight psychological edge. But with both teams struggling to find the back of the net, expect a cagey affair with few chances. A draw seems the most probable outcome, with neither side likely to score.