Rodez vs Montpellier prediction: team news, lineups, expert analysis
On October 19, 2026, Rodez and Montpellier will meet in the ninth round of France's Ligue 2. The visitors will be looking to challenge for victory in this matchup.
Rodez vs Montpellier team news and expert analysis
The club from "Stade Paul Lignon" finished fifth last season with 58 points and advanced to the playoffs, where they beat Red Star before losing to Saint-Étienne on penalties. However, they have made a very poor start this time around, losing more than half of their matches. They also fell to Saint-Étienne, 0-2.
The team from "Stade de la Mosson" finished only eighth last season. But since the summer break, they have lost only to Saint-Étienne, although they have often had to settle for draws in other matches. They did, however, beat Grenoble 2-0.
Mendes and his teammates average 1.75 goals scored, but concede even more — 2.25 per game. Kamara's side are pragmatic: they have scored just once, but have also conceded only 0.63 goals.
Previous matches: Rodez vs Montpellier
Last season, the clubs met in Ligue 2 for the first time — and exchanged clean-sheet victories.
This matchup is currently viewed as almost evenly balanced. However, the hosts are struggling badly, so we are backing the visitors to win against this opponent with a "draw no bet" handicap (odds – 1.76).
Rodez vs Montpellier: key statistics and trends
- Rodez have lost five of their last seven matches
- Both teams have scored in 63% of Rodez matches, while the average total goals per game is 4.0
- Montpellier have won their second match in their last five
- Both teams have scored in 38% of Montpellier matches, while the average total goals per game is 1.63
Rodez vs Montpellier: possible starting lineups
Rodez play in a 1-5-3-2 formation (possible lineup): Krombez - Evans, Louyambula-Biva, Lipinski, Magnien, Kwenabio - Cartillier, Mendes, Saka - Nsingi, Touho
Montpellier play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Ngapandouetnbu - Zouaoui, Saint-Luce, Laporte, El Hannach - Tardieu, Meddah - Mukiele, Chennahi, Pays - Kamara
Follow the France Ligue 2 standings and check your team's form before placing a bet on the next match
