Montpellier vs Rodez – 29 January 2027, Ligue 2: H2H, form and match facts

Montpellier host Rode Aveyron in what promises to be a decisive clash in the top half of the table, with the hosts perched on third place with 11 points from three wins, two draws and a solitary loss, edging a modest 5‑4 goal difference. Rodez sit just outside the European spots in eleventh, having gathered seven points after two victories, one draw and three defeats, and they will be hoping to improve a leaky 12‑against‑11 defensive record. The two sides have met only sparingly in recent seasons, but Montpellier’s tighter defence and superior points tally give them a clear statistical edge. A win for the home side would cement their push for a top‑two finish, while a slip‑up could see Rodez climb back into the mid‑table scramble.