Match story
- Lille created the clearer chances on xG (2.92 vs 1.29, Δ 1.63).
- Lille fired more attempts (23 vs 10 shots).
- Lille was more accurate in front of goal (52% on target vs 40%).
- Lille held more of the ball (62% possession).
Lille defeated Metz 6-1 in Ligue 1. The fixture is part of the Regular Season - 9 stage in the 2025 season. Benoît Millot, France officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Lille vs Metz meeting in Ligue 1 with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Lille and Metz. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Ligue 1Recorded meetings: 13 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Lille defeated Metz 6-1 in Ligue 1. The fixture is part of the Regular Season - 9 stage in the 2025 season. Benoît Millot, France officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Lille vs Metz meeting in Ligue 1 with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Lille and Metz. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Ligue 1Recorded meetings: 13 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Chelsea reportedly already have two potential replacements in mind for Enzo Fernández, in case the Argentine departs for Manchester City. Chelsea are preparing contingency plans in case Enzo Fernandez departs for Manchester City, with the Premier League leaders reportedly closing in on a deal worth up to £120 million for the Argentine midfielder. According to Fabrizio Romano, City have been given until Friday to submit their final offer, putting real pressure on both clubs to resolve the situation quickly. Rather than wait to see how things unfold, Chelsea have already begun scouting potential replacements. According to Team Talk’s Graeme Bailey, two names have emerged as the club’s primary targets: Alex Scott of Bournemouth, a 22-year-old who has already seen previous approaches rejected by his club, and Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace, another 22-year-old who has impressed enough to draw interest from multiple top sides. Scott in particular has been a recurring target for Chelsea across recent transfer windows, with Bournemouth also having turned down interest from Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United for the midfielder. Wharton, meanwhile, would represent a similarly significant investment, with both moves expected to require substantial fees regardless of which player Chelsea ultimately pursues. 🚨🔵 Chelsea are yet to receive any official bid for Enzo Fernández as of 4pm UK time today — 25 hours before the deadline for the exit.#CFC do not change their stance: £120m net, no Euros and with payment terms details clarified to all parties already since May. pic.twitter.com/5JYHI7rPO4— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 13, 2026 For now, everything hinges on what happens with Fernandez. Should Manchester City meet Chelsea’s valuation before Friday’s deadline, the west London club appears ready to move quickly on one of its two identified targets to fill the void in midfield. Where things stand with Rodri Much of City’s urgency around Fernandez traces back to their own ongoing situation with Rodri. Barcelona have been negotiating to sign the Spanish midfielder, with City having rejected an initial offer before Barcelona reportedly returned with an improved proposal in the region of €65-70 million. Nothing is finalized yet, but reports suggest Rodri would prefer a move to Barcelona over any other option, and City have only shown real interest in bringing in Fernandez as insurance if the Spaniard midfielder does eventually leave. City have already made moves in midfield According to Fabrizio Romano, Ayyoub Bouaddi is set to become a new City player once the move is formally announced, while Tijjani Reijnders’ transfer to Al-Qadsiah is reportedly close to being finalized — signaling City are already reshaping their midfield regardless of how the Fernandez and Rodri situations ultimately play out.
Chelsea have been encouraged to consider a surprise move for Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, with former Red Devils midfielder Quinton Fortune believing the Cameroon international could suit their style of football. Onana’s ability with the ball has rarely been questioned, but costly mistakes damaged his reputation at Old Trafford before he spent last season […] The post Chelsea urged to sign Man United flop by ex-midfielder: ‘He can be outstanding’ appeared first on CaughtOffside.
One of the best young midfielders on the planet is reportedly available to buy. Liverpool, this is your moment.We still stand by it: Liverpool need a new midfielder. Now, it doesn't look like that's h...
Manchester City and Lille are finalizing the remaining details of an agreement for Ayyoub Bouaddi, according to Get French Football News. The proposed transfer is valued at approximately €100 million. Negotiations have reached an advanced stage, with the clubs now working to settle the final structure of one of the largest deals of the summer. […] The post Manchester City nears €100 million Ayyoub Bouaddi agreement appeared first on SoccerNews.
Ayyoub Bouaddi has agreed personal terms with Man City, and all that remains is a transfer fee with Lille to be agreed. If you enjoy CaughtOffside coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content. Manchester City […] The post 18 year old midfielder makes preference clear as personal terms with Premier League giants agreed appeared first on CaughtOffside.
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Chelsea reportedly already have two potential replacements in mind for Enzo Fernández, in case the Argentine departs for Manchester City. Chelsea are preparing contingency plans in case Enzo Fernandez departs for Manchester City, with the Premier League leaders reportedly closing in on a deal worth up to £120 million for the Argentine midfielder. According to Fabrizio Romano, City have been given until Friday to submit their final offer, putting real pressure on both clubs to resolve the situation quickly. Rather than wait to see how things unfold, Chelsea have already begun scouting potential replacements. According to Team Talk’s Graeme Bailey, two names have emerged as the club’s primary targets: Alex Scott of Bournemouth, a 22-year-old who has already seen previous approaches rejected by his club, and Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace, another 22-year-old who has impressed enough to draw interest from multiple top sides. Scott in particular has been a recurring target for Chelsea across recent transfer windows, with Bournemouth also having turned down interest from Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United for the midfielder. Wharton, meanwhile, would represent a similarly significant investment, with both moves expected to require substantial fees regardless of which player Chelsea ultimately pursues. 🚨🔵 Chelsea are yet to receive any official bid for Enzo Fernández as of 4pm UK time today — 25 hours before the deadline for the exit.#CFC do not change their stance: £120m net, no Euros and with payment terms details clarified to all parties already since May. pic.twitter.com/5JYHI7rPO4— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 13, 2026 For now, everything hinges on what happens with Fernandez. Should Manchester City meet Chelsea’s valuation before Friday’s deadline, the west London club appears ready to move quickly on one of its two identified targets to fill the void in midfield. Where things stand with Rodri Much of City’s urgency around Fernandez traces back to their own ongoing situation with Rodri. Barcelona have been negotiating to sign the Spanish midfielder, with City having rejected an initial offer before Barcelona reportedly returned with an improved proposal in the region of €65-70 million. Nothing is finalized yet, but reports suggest Rodri would prefer a move to Barcelona over any other option, and City have only shown real interest in bringing in Fernandez as insurance if the Spaniard midfielder does eventually leave. City have already made moves in midfield According to Fabrizio Romano, Ayyoub Bouaddi is set to become a new City player once the move is formally announced, while Tijjani Reijnders’ transfer to Al-Qadsiah is reportedly close to being finalized — signaling City are already reshaping their midfield regardless of how the Fernandez and Rodri situations ultimately play out.
Chelsea have been encouraged to consider a surprise move for Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, with former Red Devils midfielder Quinton Fortune believing the Cameroon international could suit their style of football. Onana’s ability with the ball has rarely been questioned, but costly mistakes damaged his reputation at Old Trafford before he spent last season […] The post Chelsea urged to sign Man United flop by ex-midfielder: ‘He can be outstanding’ appeared first on CaughtOffside.
One of the best young midfielders on the planet is reportedly available to buy. Liverpool, this is your moment.We still stand by it: Liverpool need a new midfielder. Now, it doesn't look like that's h...
Manchester City and Lille are finalizing the remaining details of an agreement for Ayyoub Bouaddi, according to Get French Football News. The proposed transfer is valued at approximately €100 million. Negotiations have reached an advanced stage, with the clubs now working to settle the final structure of one of the largest deals of the summer. […] The post Manchester City nears €100 million Ayyoub Bouaddi agreement appeared first on SoccerNews.
Ayyoub Bouaddi has agreed personal terms with Man City, and all that remains is a transfer fee with Lille to be agreed. If you enjoy CaughtOffside coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content. Manchester City […] The post 18 year old midfielder makes preference clear as personal terms with Premier League giants agreed appeared first on CaughtOffside.
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