Red Star vs Montpellier Lineups, 9 May 2026
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Recent Form
Star
WWWLD
Montpellier
DWLDW
Season Form
Star
Montpellier
Avg Goals
1.2
1.2
Avg Conceded
1.0
0.9
Clean Sheets
12
10
Best Win
4-0
4-1
League Table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Etienne | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | +11 | 16 | |
| 2 | Red Star | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | +2 | 14 | |
| 3 | Reims | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | +6 | 13 | |
| 4 | Montpellier | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | +1 | 12 | |
| 5 | Metz | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | +3 | 10 | |
| 6 | Nancy | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | +1 | 10 | |
| 7 | Annecy | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 10 | |
| 8 | Sochaux | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | -1 | 10 | |
| 9 | Dijon | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 9 | |
| 10 | Pau FC | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 8 |
Player Statistics
Red Star
Damien Durand
Top scorer · 13
Saif-Eddine Khaoui
Top assists · 6
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Durivaux | 2880 | 1 | 3 | 12 | 7 | 56 | 2 | 0 |
| Gaetan Poussin | 2700 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Damien Durand © | 2391 | 13 | 3 | 43 | 18 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| Bradley Danger © | 2209 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 33 | 8 | 0 |
| Pierre Lemonnier | 2174 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 28 | 1 | 0 |
| Kemo Cisse | 1961 | 1 | 3 | 22 | 9 | 22 | 1 | 0 |
| Jovany Ikanga | 1602 | 6 | 2 | 21 | 13 | 17 | 2 | 0 |
| Matthieu Huard | 1489 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 22 | 5 | 0 |
| Saif-Eddine Khaoui | 1394 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 9 | 26 | 4 | 0 |
| Kevin Cabral | 1197 | 4 | 3 | 22 | 10 | 14 | 4 | 1 |
| Guillaume Trani | 517 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 6 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| Theo Magnin | 392 | 0 | 0 | 2 | - | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| Josue Escartin | 364 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Samuel Renel | 98 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Vincent Kany | 46 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Montpellier
Nicolas Pays
Top scorer · 4
Nicolas Pays
Top assists · 1
Naoufel El Hannach
Top assists · 1
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simon Ngapandouetnbu | 2790 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Julien Laporte © | 2523 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 1 |
| Nicolas Pays | 2333 | 4 | 1 | 32 | 15 | 34 | 3 | 0 |
| Jr Everson | 1572 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 5 | 30 | 6 | 1 |
| Naoufel El Hannach | 1075 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 35 | 5 | 0 |
| Ayanda Sishuba | 168 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Mathieu Michel | 90 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Nabil Homssa | 69 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Robin Thiland Herard | 30 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Noah Vidal-Cartoux | 16 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
20
Homssa8
IssoufouSubstitutions
60'R. Thiland Herard↔E. Molebe
60'T. Sainte-Luce↔L. Mincarelli
61'N. Mbuku↔N. Homssa
64'A. Hachem↔K. Cabral
64'H. Benali↔J. Ikanga
68'G. Haag↔D. Durand
72'N. El Hannach↔E. Tchato
73'T. Savanier↔C. Jullien
79'P. M. Ba↔R. Hachem
79'S. E. Khaoui↔T. Magnin
Head to Head
Red Star
0
Draws
2
2 played
Montpellier
0
0%0%
Previous Meetings
09.05.2026Ligue 2
Red Star 93
1 - 1
Montpellier09.08.2025Ligue 2
Montpellier
1 - 1
Red Star 93Final Result
RedStar
1 : 1
[1-0]
Montpellier
- 43'K. CabralJ. Ikanga
- 61'J. Escartin
- 37'E. Tchato
- 88'N. Pays
49%Possession51%
5Shots on Target5
3Corners3
Yellow Cards
Match details
Substitutions
- 60'R. Thiland Herard↔E. MolebeMontpellier
- 60'T. Sainte-Luce↔L. MincarelliMontpellier
- 61'N. Mbuku↔N. HomssaMontpellier
- 64'A. Hachem↔K. CabralRed Star
- 64'H. Benali↔J. IkangaRed Star
- 68'G. Haag↔D. DurandRed Star
- 72'N. El Hannach↔E. TchatoMontpellier
- 73'T. Savanier↔C. JullienMontpellier
- 79'P. M. Ba↔R. HachemRed Star
- 79'S. E. Khaoui↔T. MagninRed Star
Contents
Our Prediction
The analytical model suggests a 78% win probability for Montpellier. A 0-2 or 0-3 away victory is the statistical favorite.
Top scorelines0-20-3
Match Facts
- Competition
- Ligue 2
- Date
- Sat 9 May
- Kick-off
- 19:00
- Stadium
- Stade de Paris (Stade Bauer), Saint-Ouen
- Capacity
- 10,000
- Table Position
- Red Star 2 · Montpellier 4
Match Preview
In this Ligue 2 clash, Red Star faces a significant technical challenge against a Montpellier side with superior offensive xG metrics. Red Star's tactical identity focuses on high-intensity pressing and physical dominance in the middle third, aiming to disrupt more technically gifted opponents. Montpellier utilizes an expansive possession model, leading the league in progressive carries and successful entries into the final third. The match is expected to see Montpellier dominate territorial control, forcing Red Star into a reactive defensive regrouping. Performance modeling suggests that Montpellier's creative hub will find pockets of space if Red Star's press is bypassed. Red Star must capitalize on set-piece variance, which remains their primary offensive weapon against top-tier opposition.
A match where technical dominance meets physical intensity, with Montpellier expected to control the rhythm.
Montpellier averages 2.1 goals per match this season.Red Star's clean sheet probability is modeled at 15%.80% of Montpellier's goals are scored from open play.Red Star concedes an average of 15.5 shots per game.
Red Star features strong aerial metrics but lacks technical depth. Montpellier displays elite shooting accuracy, averaging 6.2 shots on target per match.
High-Efficiency Tactical Setup: Montpellier's 4-2-3-1 allowing for central overloads.
Defensive Vulnerability Insight: Red Star's exposure during high-press failures.
High-Impact Substitution Patterns: Montpellier's ability to introduce fresh creative talent late game.
Form and Head to Head
Red Star
WWWLD
Montpellier
DWLDW
Montpellier has historically dominated this fixture, winning the majority of encounters through superior ball circulation and individual brilliance.
Key Stats
Expected Goals (xG): 0.85 vs 2.15Goals per Match: 2.5Shots per Game: 14
Cards and Corners
StatRed StarMontpellier
Yellow Cards
4
1
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
3
8
Expect a high yellow card count for Red Star as they attempt to break the visitors' rhythm. Corner counts will likely favor Montpellier.
Verdict
Montpellier's technical superiority and offensive volume make them overwhelming favorites. Red Star's physical approach is unlikely to stop a side with this level of creative depth.
FAQ
Will Montpellier beat Red Star?+
Yes, Montpellier is the heavy favorite with a 78% win probability based on technical superiority and xG metrics.
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