Prediction for match Rodez — Montpellier

Odds and Match Outcome Probabilities

In the French Ligue 2 on February 20, 2026, Rodez will face Montpellier in a match that draws interest in terms of power distribution and odds. Montpellier is favored with odds of 2.45, Rodez is at 2.85, and a draw is priced at 3.24. According to the probability percentages, Montpellier has a 38.23% chance of winning, Rodez 32.86%, and a draw 28.91%. This spread reflects a slight advantage for Montpellier, but Rodez is not a clear underdog. The market also highlights goal totals and both teams to score, providing interesting betting options.

Team Results and Statistics

Looking at Rodez's last three matches, they beat Clermont Foot 2-1 (13.02.2026), then defeated Boulogne 2-1 (06.02.2026), and drew with Red Star 1-1 (30.01.2026). Montpellier, in their last three encounters, won against Le Mans 4-2 (14.02.2026), lost to Saint-Étienne 0-1 (07.02.2026), and were defeated by Nice 2-3 (04.02.2026). On average, in their last five games, Rodez had 41% possession, 1.6 cautions, 17.4 fouls, and 2 offsides per match. Montpellier shows 42.8% possession, 2.6 yellow cards, 16.2 fouls, and 2.4 offsides. In their most recent head-to-head on 31.10.2025, Montpellier won 2-0 against Rodez.

How Many Goals in Rodez vs Montpellier Match

The scoring form of both teams in their last five matches is impressive: Rodez averages 1.8 goals scored and 1 conceded, while Montpellier averages 2.2 goals scored and 1.4 conceded. Both Rodez and Montpellier have seen over 2.5 goals in three of their last five matches, with two unders. Rodez's average total goals is 2.8, and Montpellier's is 3.6, indicating both teams' tendency for high-scoring games. In terms of halves, Rodez has seen over 1.5 goals in the second half three times out of five, and Montpellier similarly three out of five. In the first half, both teams recorded two overs on 1.5 out of five. Rodez most often scores in the 76-90 minute interval (40%), while Montpellier also scores in the last 15 minutes (45%). Rodez concedes most frequently towards the end (76-90, 33%), while Montpellier concedes early (0-15, 38%). Overall, both teams appear prolific, and their profile on totals and halves supports a bet on over 2.5 goals at 1.90.

Corner Totals Analysis

Both teams are identical in average corners: Rodez and Montpellier each have 3.6 per game in their last five matches. In terms of frequency of over 9.5 corners, Rodez has one out of five, and Montpellier two out of five. Among the corner markets, the total closest to the average figures (7.2) is 7.5. For this, the odds are: over 7.5 corners - 1.17, under 7.5 - 3.96. Based on statistics, both teams are not inclined to a high number of corners, and betting on under 7.5 seems justified, although the odds for this option are quite high. For corners, Montpellier is priced at 2.02. Overall, the match does not promise a high number of flank deliveries, and it is more logical to consider lower totals.