The spotlight will be on Montpellier and Estac Troyes in the France Ligue 2 on 04.04.2026. With both teams so evenly matched, predicting the outcome becomes a challenge. Our comprehensive analysis covers everything from past performances and tactical setups to player statistics and recent form. Dive into our detailed prediction to get a better sense of which team, Montpellier or Estac Troyes, might edge out the other in this crucial match. Your betting decisions could benefit greatly from our expert insights.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Estac Troyes | 28 | 17 | 6 | 5 | 49/28 | 57 |
| 2 | Saint Etienne | 28 | 16 | 5 | 7 | 50/29 | 53 |
| 3 | Le Mans | 28 | 13 | 11 | 4 | 41/29 | 50 |
| 6 | Rodez | 28 | 11 | 11 | 6 | 35/33 | 44 |
| 7 | Montpellier | 28 | 12 | 6 | 10 | 33/25 | 42 |
| 8 | Dunkerque | 28 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 43/34 | 39 |
Key Player Statistics: Montpellier vs Estac Troyes
Montpellier vs Estac Troyes Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ligue 2 | Estac Troyes | Montpellier | 23.08.2025 | 1-0 |
| Ligue 1 | Estac Troyes | Montpellier | 19.02.2023 | 0-1 |
| Ligue 1 | Montpellier | Estac Troyes | 07.08.2022 | 3-2 |
| Ligue 1 | Montpellier | Estac Troyes | 19.01.2022 | 0-1 |
| Ligue 1 | Estac Troyes | Montpellier | 19.09.2021 | 1-1 |
| Ligue 1 | Montpellier | Estac Troyes | 12.05.2018 | 1-1 |
| Ligue 1 | Estac Troyes | Montpellier | 16.09.2017 | 0-1 |
| Ligue 1 | Montpellier | Estac Troyes | 24.04.2016 | 4-1 |
| Ligue 1 | Estac Troyes | Montpellier | 29.08.2015 | 0-0 |
| Ligue 1 | Montpellier | Estac Troyes | 16.03.2013 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ligue 2 | PAU | Montpellier | 20.03.2026 | 0-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Montpellier | Laval | 13.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Nancy | Montpellier | 06.03.2026 | 0-3 |
| Ligue 2 | Montpellier | Reims | 27.02.2026 | 0-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Rodez | Montpellier | 20.02.2026 | 1-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Montpellier | Le Mans | 14.02.2026 | 4-2 |
| Ligue 2 | Saint Etienne | Montpellier | 07.02.2026 | 1-0 |
| Coupe de France | Nice | Montpellier | 04.02.2026 | 3-2 |
| Ligue 2 | Montpellier | Guingamp | 30.01.2026 | 3-1 |
| Ligue 2 | Bastia | Montpellier | 23.01.2026 | 0-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ligue 2 | Estac Troyes | Dunkerque | 21.03.2026 | 5-1 |
| Ligue 2 | Annecy | Estac Troyes | 16.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| Ligue 2 | Estac Troyes | Clermont Foot | 07.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Ligue 2 | Amiens | Estac Troyes | 02.03.2026 | 0-2 |
| Ligue 2 | Estac Troyes | PAU | 21.02.2026 | 4-3 |
| Ligue 2 | Bastia | Estac Troyes | 16.02.2026 | 0-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Nancy | Estac Troyes | 07.02.2026 | 2-1 |
| Coupe de France | Estac Troyes | Lens | 04.02.2026 | 2-4 |
| Ligue 2 | Estac Troyes | Le Mans | 31.01.2026 | 0-2 |
| Ligue 2 | Guingamp | Estac Troyes | 24.01.2026 | 1-0 |
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Montpellier vs Estac Troyes
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Montpellier vs Estac Troyes
htmlThere are games that matter. Then there are games that really matter. Montpellier hosting Estac Troyes in Ligue 2 is firmly in the second category.
Troyes sit top of the table with 57 points from 28 games. Montpellier are seventh, 15 points behind, clinging to playoff hopes. This isn't just a local clash. This is a statement game.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that Montpellier, as a former top-flight heavyweight, carry some psychological edge here. The head-to-head record is tight — six wins apiece across 11 meetings — but the most recent encounter tells a different story. Troyes beat Montpellier 1-0 back in August at home. Momentum belongs to the visitors.
Here's what you need to watch for: Troyes have been absolutely on fire lately. Five wins in their last six Ligue 2 matches, including a stunning 5-1 demolition of Dunkerque just days ago. Montpellier, by contrast, have drawn two of their last three. The gap in form is real.
The player matchup that could define this game is simple. T. Bentayeb against Montpellier's backline. Fifteen goals in 22 league appearances is a remarkable return — nearly a goal every game and a half. Montpellier have only conceded 25 goals all season, so they're no pushover defensively. But Bentayeb is the kind of striker who finds a way. I fully expect him to test them early.
Here's a surprising stat that the casual fan will miss entirely. Montpellier have three players who've each picked up a red card this season — Everson, Laporte, and Jullien. Against a Troyes side that creates pressure and earns set pieces, that disciplinary fragility could be decisive. Watch for a yellow card incident in the second half that shifts the momentum.
From a betting perspective, the odds make Troyes the slight favourite at 2.45, with Montpellier at 2.70. I think the market is actually undervaluing Troyes here. The value is on the away win. If you're looking at secondary markets, Bentayeb to score anytime feels like a strong play given his form. Both teams to score is also worth considering — this fixture has produced goals historically, and Montpellier's Alexandre Mendy with 10 league goals won't be quiet all night.
My prediction: Montpellier 1-2 Estac Troyes. Bentayeb grabs one, Adeline — who has both seven goals and eight assists this season — causes chaos throughout. Montpellier grab a late consolation but it's not enough.
Saturday night under the lights. The league leader against a side desperate to prove they belong at the top. Football doesn't get much better than this.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B. Omeragić | Switzerland | 24 | Midfielder | 187 | 74 |
| J. Laporte | France | 32 | Defender | 185 | 82 |
| T. Sainte-Luce | France | 27 | Defender | 176 | 69 |
| T. Savanier | France | 34 | Midfielder | 172 | 69 |
| Alexandre Mendy | Guinea-Bissau | 32 | Attacker | 184 | 94 |
| C. Jullien | France | 33 | Defender | 196 | 91 |
| T. Coulibaly | France | 25 | Midfielder | 178 | 75 |
| J. Chotard | France | 24 | Midfielder | 179 | 70 |
| N. Mbuku | France | 24 | Midfielder | 170 | 65 |
| S. Ngapandouetnbu | Cameroon | 22 | Goalkeeper | 186 | 74 |
| E. Tchato | Cameroon | 23 | Defender | 182 | 75 |
| Everson | Brazil | 22 | Attacker | 178 | 70 |
| K. Fayad | France | 21 | Midfielder | 172 | 61 |
| L. Mincarelli Davin | France | 21 | Defender | 180 | 65 |
| N. Pays | France | 22 | Attacker | 180 | 77 |
| Y. Mouanga | France | 20 | Midfielder | 183 | 73 |
| A. Gueguin | France | 21 | Attacker | 170 | 55 |
| T. Chennahi | France | 21 | Midfielder | 182 | 63 |
| V. DžodiÄ | Serbia | 19 | Goalkeeper | 185 | 57 |
| Naoufel El Hannach | Morocco | 19 | Defender | 183 | 75 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P. Gozzi | Italy | 24 | Defender | 180 | n/a |
| A. Phliponeau | France | 26 | Midfielder | 180 | 65 |
| A. Monfray | France | 35 | Defender | 185 | 76 |
| H. Konaté | Burkina Faso | 31 | Goalkeeper | 182 | 77 |
| M. El Idrissy | France | 27 | Attacker | 181 | 72 |
| N. Lemaître | France | 29 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 83 |
| X. Chavalerin | France | 35 | Midfielder | 179 | 69 |
| T. Baldé | France | 23 | Defender | 182 | 68 |
| I. Boura | Comoros | 25 | Defender | 173 | 68 |
| L. Maronnier | France | 26 | Defender | 172 | 64 |
| A. Mille | France | 28 | Midfielder | 181 | 71 |
| M. Adeline | France | 22 | Midfielder | 180 | 63 |
| M. Diop | Senegal | 25 | Midfielder | 182 | n/a |
| K. Assoumou | Mali | 23 | Midfielder | 182 | n/a |
| Y. Titi | France | 19 | Defender | 188 | 76 |
| T. Akpakoun | France | 20 | Defender | 174 | n/a |
| A. Ouzenadji | France | 19 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| R. Murcy | France | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| M. Detourbet | France | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Nade | France | 19 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
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