Nice vs Lyon Predictions

Nice vs Lyon is scheduled for kick off on 18 October, at 15:00. The game is set to take place at Allianz Riviera, with Jerome Brisard officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Nice currently holding the 16th position in the table 28 points behind Lyon. Nice have lost 4 French Ligue 1 matches to Lyon out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent draw with Metz, Nice aims to claim a win. Nice have won 4 of their last 17 French Ligue 1 matches at Allianz Riviera. Lyon's away record stands at 6 victories from 17 games. Following their 4-0 loss to Lens, Lyon is determined to bounce back with a win against Nice.

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 76% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 82% of games. Their total stands at 37 goals and 134 shots on target this French Ligue 1 season. Meanwhile, Lyon have scored 53 goals with 159 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 65% of matches but conceded in 56% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Nice scored 4 goals while Lyon scored 11 goals. Their last match on 15 February 2026 ended in 2-0 to Lyon.