Metz wait on captain Habib Diallo fitness ahead of Toulouse clash

FC Metz are facing an anxious wait over the fitness of captain Habib Diallo ahead of their important Ligue 1 meeting with Toulouse FC on Sunday.

The match, scheduled to kick off at 16:15 GMT, arrives at a difficult time for the club, who are struggling at the bottom of the league table and searching for a result that could halt their worrying run of form.

Metz have endured a long spell without victory in the league, going 13 matches without a win. During that period the team have suffered 11 defeats and recorded just two draws, leaving them in a precarious position in the standings.

Against that backdrop, Sunday’s home fixture against Toulouse has taken on added significance, with the team looking for a performance that could help restore confidence and momentum.

However, preparations for the match have been complicated by concerns over Diallo’s fitness. According to reports from Wiw Sport, the Senegal international striker is currently considered doubtful for the game.

Diallo, who leads the side as captain and remains a key attacking figure for Metz, is dealing with an ankle injury that has raised questions about whether he will be able to feature.

His potential absence would represent a significant challenge for the coaching staff, who are hoping their leading forward can help the team break its difficult run and deliver a much-needed result.

Speaking during a press conference on Friday, Metz coach Benoît Tavenot addressed the situation and offered a cautious assessment of his captain’s condition.

“He should be fine,” the manager stated.

While that comment suggests some optimism within the club, Diallo’s availability remains uncertain as the team continues its preparations for Sunday’s encounter.

With Metz urgently needing points to improve their situation in the league, the fitness of their captain has become one of the main talking points ahead of the match.

The club’s supporters will now wait to see whether the striker can recover in time to lead the side onto the pitch for a game that could prove vital in their fight to turn the season around.