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 15th position in the table 27 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 Marseille, Nice aims to claim a win. Nice have won 4 of their last 15 French Ligue 1 matches at Allianz Riviera. Lyon's away record stands at 6 victories from 16 games. Following their 3-2 triumph over Auxerre, Lyon 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 77% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 84% of games. Their total stands at 35 goals and 122 shots on target this French Ligue 1 season. Meanwhile, Lyon have scored 48 goals with 143 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 61% of matches but conceded in 52% 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.