Nice vs Lorient Predictions

Nice vs Lorient is scheduled for kick off on 22 February, at 16:15. The game is set to take place at Allianz Riviera, with Jeremy Stinat officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Nice currently holding the 16th position in the table 14 points behind Lorient. Nice have won 1 French Ligue 1 match against Lorient out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent loss to Auxerre, Nice is determined to redeem themselves. Nice have won 4 of their last 16 French Ligue 1 matches at Allianz Riviera. Lorient's away record stands at 3 victories from 17 games. Following their 4-0 triumph over Metz, Lorient have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Nice on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Nice have scored over 1.5 goals in 79% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 85% of games. Their total stands at 37 goals and 130 shots on target this French Ligue 1 season. Meanwhile, Lorient have scored 48 goals with 132 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 88% of matches but conceded in 79% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Nice scored 8 goals while Lorient scored 7 goals. Their last match on 22 February 2026 ended in a 3-3 draw.