Metz edges out Guingamp in a hard-fought encounter
Metz emerged victorious over Guingamp in a match that was decided in the second half. The home side dominated possession, but Guingamp had more clear-cut chances in the first half. However, a lack of finishing and Metz’s solid defense prevented Guingamp from taking the lead.
In the second half, Metz showed more incisiveness and opened the scoring in the 71st minute through a goal from P. A. Diallo assisted by C. Sabaly.
Despite Guingamp’s late changes, Metz held on to their advantage and secured all three points.
Statistics:
* Metz: 53% possession, 12 shots (7 on target, 2 off target), 3 corners, 9 fouls, None yellows, None reds
* Guingamp: 47% possession, 9 shots (3 on target, 4 off target), 8 corners, 10 fouls, None yellows, None reds
Match details:
* Date: October 25, 2024
* Match City: Longeville-lès-Metz
* Stadium: Stade Saint-Symphorien
* Referee: Ahmed Taleb, France
* League: Ligue 2
* Season: 2024
* Round: Regular Season – 10
* Country: France
Substitutions metz: at minute 69 M. Colin came in and K. Kouao went out., at minute 76 M. Bokele Mputu came in and P. A. Diallo went out., at minute 90 I. Sane came in and C. Sabaly went out., at minute 90 J. Asoro came in and A. Jallow went out.
Substitutions guingamp: at minute 76 S. Guendouz came in and H. Picard went out., at minute 76 T. Luvambo came in and R. Ghrieb went out., at minute 76 A. Sagna came in and B. Labeau went out., at minute 84 L. Vallier came in and L. Maronnier went out., at minute 84 L. Phiri came in and D. Louiserre went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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