Sparks will fly as Nice and Lens contend with each other for three valuable points at Allianz Riviera on Saturday, 8 February 2025. View our free Nice vs Lens predictions below.
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Nice vs Lens predictions: Hosts to draw first blood
Key stats
- Nice opened the scoring in seven of their last nine matches in all competitions.
- Lens conceded first in three of their last four encounters with Nice.
- Each of Nice's last three matches featured goals at both ends.
- Nice are unbeaten in the last five clashes between these outfits.
Correct score prediction: Nice 2-1 Lens
Lens suffered four defeats in their last five trips to Allianz Riviera. They conceded exactly two goals in each of those defeats, and three of them ended 2-1.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookmakers favour Nice
- HOME: 13/10 (2.30) – 43.5%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 19/10 (2.90) – 34.5%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
To be fair, Nice have struggled to find their best form in recent weeks, as they won only one of their last six games in all competitions. However, Franck Haise's men are unbeaten at home in the French top flight this season.
Lens, on the other hand, have been one of the best travellers in Ligue 1, losing only once in 10 league games away from home.
As it stands, Nice and Lens are fifth and sixth in the French top flight, respectively.
Bearing that in mind, Nice are the expected winners at 13/10 (2.30). Teams with these odds usually have a 43.5% probability of winning.
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We have pointed out that both teams were on the scoresheet in each of Nice's last three games. On that note, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 4/6 (1.67). That one has a 60% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: A one-sided affair
Although Nice have been going through a rough patch, they have had an excellent track record against Lens in recent years, winning seven of the last 10 clashes between these sides (D2, L1). Interestingly, the last time Lens defeated Nice at this stadium was in December 2006.
France Ligue 1 28/09/24
Lens
Nice
France Ligue 1 16/03/24
Lens
Nice
France Ligue 1 20/12/23
Nice
Lens
France Ligue 1 01/02/23
Lens
Nice
France Ligue 1 29/12/22
Nice
Lens
Nice preview: Looking to halt their winless run
Ahead of this weekend's clash with Lens, Nice are still struggling with injuries, with Jeremie Boga, Morgan Sanson, Terem Moffi and Pablo Rosario all sidelined.
Predicted lineup: Bulka (GK), Bard, Dante, Ndayishimiye, Abdi, Santamaria, Boudaoui, Clauss, Guessand, Cho & Laborde.
France Ligue 1 10/05/25
L
Rennes
2
Nice
0
France Ligue 1 02/05/25
W
Reims
0
Nice
1
France Ligue 1 25/04/25
W
PSG
1
Nice
3
France Ligue 1 20/04/25
W
Angers
1
Nice
2
France Ligue 1 12/04/25
D
Strasbourg
2
Nice
2
Lens preview: A fair few absentees
Coach Will Still received a red card in the victory over Montpellier last time out, and will now be unavailable for his side in the dugout this weekend.
On the injury front, Florian Sotoco (calf), Jhoanner Chavez (ankle) Denis Petric (lower back) and Remy Lascary (cruciate ligament) are all still on the treatment table for Lens.
Predicted lineup: Ryan (GK), Machado, Medina, Sarr, Gradit, Frankowski, Thomasson, El Aynaoui, Diouf, Koyalipou & Nzola.
France Ligue 1 10/05/25
D
Toulouse
1
Lens
1
France Ligue 1 04/05/25
W
Lyon
1
Lens
2
France Ligue 1 27/04/25
L
Auxerre
4
Lens
0
France Ligue 1 20/04/25
W
Brest
1
Lens
3
France Ligue 1 11/04/25
L
Reims
2
Lens
0
Player to watch: Gaetan Laborde
Gaetan Laborde opened the scoring in Nice's 1-1 draw at Toulouse last weekend. He has been in sensational form, scoring six times and providing one assist in his last seven league assignments. The former Stade Rennais forward will fancy his chances against Lens.