Metz vs Laval, 22 August 2026, Ligue 2: form, head-to-head and match facts

Metz were held to a 1‑1 draw at home by struggling Laval, a result that left the hosts perched on sixth place with nine points from eight games, having recorded two wins, three draws and a single loss while scoring eight and conceding five. Laval, languishing in 18th spot, collected their fourth point of the campaign, matching their lone victory with one draw and four defeats and a goal tally of seven for and 13 against. The stalemate mirrored their head‑to‑head record this season, the two sides having already shared a single draw with no wins for either side. Both clubs now look to the next round to either cement a push up the table for Metz or begin a fight for survival for Laval.