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Caen and Metz Draw in Thrilling Ligue 2 Encounter
The Stade Michel d’Ornano in Caen hosted a captivating match between Caen and Metz, part of Ligue 2’s 29th round. The game, played on April 5th, 2025, ended in a draw reflecting the even contest. Metz controlled possession (69%) and had 7 shots (2 on target), while Caen, with 31% possession, managed 8 shots (5 on target).
Metz took the lead in the 42nd minute through a goal by K. Van Den Kerkhof, assisted by M. Udol. However, Caen responded swiftly, equalizing in the 47th minute with a goal from S. Grandsir. Metz regained the advantage in the 61st minute via C. Sabaly, again assisted by K. Van Den Kerkhof. But the excitement didn’t end there, as Caen leveled the score once more in the 68th minute with a goal from N. Lebreton.
The match was characterized by its intensity, with a total of 24 fouls (15 by Caen and 9 by Metz) and several yellow cards: three for Caen (Lebreton, Traore, and M’Vila) and one for Metz (Sane). Despite Metz’s possession dominance, both teams showcased attacking prowess and fighting spirit, resulting in a final score of 2-2.
Substitutions metz: at minute 62 A. Toure came in and J. Deminguet went out., at minute 81 M. Colin came in and B. Stambouli went out., at minute 81 P. A. Diallo came in and A. Jallow went out., at minute 81 M. Bokele Mputu came in and K. Van Den Kerkhof went out., at minute 89 I. Sane came in and I. Gueye went out.
Substitutions caen: at minute 68 I. Najim came in and Y. Benrahou went out., at minute 72 Q. Lecoeuche came in and S. Grandsir went out., at minute 84 M. Autret came in and J. Gaudin went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Caen
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