The 21st round of Ligue 2 brings an intriguing clash between Clermont Foot and Stade de Reims, scheduled for Friday evening at the Stade Gabriel-Montpied. The home side are looking to steer clear of the relegation battle that troubled them last season, while the visitors continue their pursuit of promotion to the top flight. With both teams heading into this encounter in contrasting form, this fixture promises to be a key moment in their respective campaigns.

Clermont Foot’s Recent Form and Key Stats

Clermont currently sit 12th in the Ligue 2 standings, holding a narrow three-point cushion above the relegation zone. Their recent results have been inconsistent, with only one win in their last five league outings. The team suffered a 2-1 defeat against Annecy on January 23, a result that highlighted their ongoing defensive vulnerabilities. Over their last five matches, Clermont have recorded one win, one draw and three losses, averaging 1.2 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per game.

Across the season, Clermont’s record stands at 5 wins, 7 draws and 8 defeats. They have managed to score an average of 1.1 goals per match while conceding 1.3. These numbers underline a team that struggles to maintain consistency, particularly when facing stronger opposition. Despite their home advantage, Clermont will need a significant improvement in both creativity and defensive concentration to challenge one of the league’s most in-form sides.

• Ranking: 12th in Ligue 2


• Last 5 matches: 1 win, 1 draw, 3 losses


• Average goals scored: 1.1 per match


• Average goals conceded: 1.3 per match

Stade de Reims’ Recent Form and Key Stats

In contrast, Reims are enjoying an excellent run of form. The team currently occupy 2nd place in Ligue 2, just one point away from the automatic promotion spots. Their recent 1-0 victory over Saint-Étienne on January 24 further strengthened their credentials as promotion contenders. Over the last five matches, Reims have collected 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, scoring an average of 1.6 goals while conceding only 0.6.

Throughout the season, Reims have built a solid record of 10 wins, 5 draws and 5 losses, with an average of 1.8 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per game. Their attacking efficiency and defensive discipline have been key to their success. Interestingly, low-scoring matches have been a recurring theme: Under 0.5 goals have been recorded in 3 of their last 14 games, and in 2 of their last 10 away fixtures. This suggests that while Reims are capable of controlling games, they often rely on narrow margins to secure victories.

• Ranking: 2nd in Ligue 2


• Last 5 matches: 3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss


• Average goals scored: 1.8 per match


• Average goals conceded: 1.2 per match

Head-to-Head and Tactical Overview

Historically, encounters between Clermont and Reims have been competitive. In their last five meetings, Clermont have won three times and lost twice, with an average of 2.0 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per match. The most recent head-to-head ended 4-1 in favor of Clermont on September 23, 2025, a result that Reims will be eager to avenge.

From a tactical perspective, Clermont will likely aim to stay compact and exploit counterattacking opportunities, while Reims are expected to dictate possession and apply pressure through their well-organized midfield. Given the visitors’ recent defensive solidity and attacking sharpness, they appear better equipped to handle the intensity of this fixture. However, Clermont’s home advantage and past success in this matchup could make the contest closer than the league table suggests.

Clermont Foot vs Stade de Reims Prediction

Considering the current form and statistical trends, Reims enter this match as slight favorites. Their superior consistency, combined with a strong defensive record, gives them an edge over a Clermont side struggling for rhythm. The hosts’ recent defeats and limited attacking output make it difficult to envision a major upset, though a tight scoreline remains possible given Reims’ tendency for low-scoring games.

BetMines prediction: Stade de Reims win (2) with 39% probability. The draw (X) follows at 28%, while a Clermont win (1) is estimated at 33%. With both teams showing balanced goal averages, the Under 2.5 goals market (56% probability) also looks like a solid complementary option for cautious bettors.