Montpellier vs Dunkerque: match statistics
Statistical analysis indicates a very balanced encounter between Montpellier and Dunkerque. The hosts display solid home form with a 44% win rate and fail to score in only 22% of matches, averaging 1.33 goals per game at home. Dunkerque, conversely, stands out with high scoring efficiency (16% conversion) and good away performance (38% wins, 38% draws). A key factor is the visitors' advantage in possession (58% vs 55%) and their superior form in the last five matches (2.0 PPG vs 1.4 PPG). However, the identical goal difference (+3) for the hosts at home and the visitors away, combined with similar xG values, suggests a draw scenario. Given that both teams rarely lose crucial matches and share a similar average of goals conceded (1.0), I expect a tight contest ending in a split of points.
Montpellier vs Dunkerque: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Montpellier played against Dunkerque in Ligue 2 (France). The game was played on January 5, 2026. Final score: 1:3.
Recent form
Montpellier has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Dunkerque has 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses, with 2.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Montpellier scores 1.06 goals per game and allows 0.94. Dunkerque scores 1.71 and allows 1.12. Games in this league average 2.52 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 41% of Montpellier's games and 59% of Dunkerque's. The Over 2.5 rates are 18% and 59%, compared with league averages of 52% for BTTS and 48% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Montpellier has the higher season xG average, 1.39 to 1.23 per game. Montpellier takes 13.1 shots per game, while Dunkerque takes 10.1.
First-half and second-half trends
Montpellier leads at halftime in 12% of its games and scores 0.71 goals per game after halftime. Dunkerque leads at halftime in 24% and scores 0.82 after halftime.
When the teams score
Montpellier's most productive scoring window is minutes 46-60 (5 goals). For Dunkerque, it is minutes 46-60 (7 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Ligue 2 games average 2.52 goals. Both teams score in 52% of games, and 48% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 1.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Statistical analysis indicates a very balanced encounter between Montpellier and Dunkerque. The hosts display solid home form with a 44% win rate and fail to score in only 22% of matches, averaging 1.33 goals per game at home. Dunkerque, conversely, stands out with high scoring efficiency (16% conversion) and good away performance (38% wins, 38% draws). A key factor is the visitors' advantage in possession (58% vs 55%) and their superior form in the last five matches (2.0 PPG vs 1.4 PPG). However, the identical goal difference (+3) for the hosts at home and the visitors away, combined with similar xG values, suggests a draw scenario. Given that both teams rarely lose crucial matches and share a similar average of goals conceded (1.0), I expect a tight contest ending in a split of points.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Montpellier | Dunkerque | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 29% | 42% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.28 | 0.40 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Dunkerque is 57% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - Montpellier · 2.2 pts / game - Dunkerque
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Dunkerque is 61% better for: goals scored per game.
1.06 goals / game - Montpellier · 1.71 goals / game - Dunkerque
Montpellier is 19% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.94 goals / game - Montpellier · 1.12 goals / game - Dunkerque
Montpellier scores in 71% of games (12 of 17 meczów), while Dunkerque keeps a clean sheet in 29% (5 of 17 meczów).
Dunkerque scores in 82% of games (14 of 17 meczów), while Montpellier keeps a clean sheet in 29% (5 of 17 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Montpellier
Over / Under - Dunkerque
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Dunkerque is 44% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.82 pts / game - Montpellier · 1.18 pts / game - Dunkerque
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Montpellier - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 12% of games and wins 41%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Dunkerque - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 24% of games and wins 41%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.4 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 100% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (5 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (7 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Montpellier
Dunkerque
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Ligue 2).
Teams vs league
| Montpellier | Liga | Dunkerque | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.00 | 2.52 | ▲ 2.82 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 41% | 52% | ▲ 59% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 18% | 48% | ▲ 59% |
| Clean sheets | • 29% | 28% | • 29% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 71% | 68% | ▲ 71% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 53% | 73% | ▲ 82% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Montpellier's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Dunkerque. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Montpellier vs Dunkerque?
The Ligue 2 match finished Montpellier 1:3 Dunkerque. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Montpellier vs Dunkerque?
Montpellier score 1.06 goals per game on average and Dunkerque 1.71. The Ligue 2 average is 2.52 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 48% of games. Both teams score in 41% of Montpellier's matches and 59% of Dunkerque's.
What form are Montpellier and Dunkerque in?
Over the last 5 games Montpellier have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Dunkerque 3-2-0 (2.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Montpellier vs Dunkerque?
The statistical background for Montpellier vs Dunkerque — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.