Clermont vs Montpellier Prediction & Betting Tips (28 October)

As during the trip to Guingamp, the Clermont infirmary should be quite stocked. We indeed find the defender there important Donavin, the winger Douane, the defender Caufriez and the attacker Diedhiou (1 goal, 1 assist) who are all forced to forfeit. Absent in Guingamp, the fairly important midfielder Baalal is hoped for but he remains uncertain. On the offensive side, midfielder Bamba is still the top scorer in this team with 2 goals scored. In Montpellier, the important full-back Sainte-Luce and the defender central Mouanga are still not operational for this trip to Puy de Dôme.

However, the majority of the executives of this Hérault formation should be able to appear in Zoumana Camara's group. Among them, we obviously find center forward Alexandre Mendy (3 goals, 2 assists) who has accelerated recently after a rather complicated start with his new club. The playmaker Teji Savanier (2 goals) should also be available. The probable line-ups for Clermont - Montpellier:

Both teams have undergone significant changes this season, with Clermont trying to avoid a slide further down the standings and Montpellier aiming to reestablish themselves as promotion contenders. Clermont’s recent form has been erratic, with only two wins in their last nine matches, while Montpellier has shown more resilience despite their own inconsistencies. The tactical battle between Gastien’s possession-heavy approach and Camara’s pragmatic style will be a key storyline. Injuries have not played a major role for either side recently, allowing both managers to field near full-strength lineups, which should make for an engaging and competitive fixture.

As the match approaches, the stakes are clear for both clubs. Clermont needs a morale-boosting win to reignite their campaign, while Montpellier will be eager to build on their recent success and climb the table. Given Clermont’s home advantage and Montpellier’s tendency to concede under pressure, a tightly contested affair is expected. The prediction leans toward a 2-1 victory for Clermont, with their midfield likely to edge the battle and finally convert chances into goals. It’s a scoreline that reflects both teams’ current trajectories and the fine margins that define Ligue 2 football.

• Summary: Clermont Foot is going head to head with Montpellier starting on 28 Oct 2025 at 19:30 UTC at Stade Gabriel Montpied stadium, Clermont-Ferrand city, France. The match is a part of the Ligue 2 .
• Clermont Feedinco Rating: 6.74
• Montpellier Feedinco Rating: 6.79