An interesting fixture is on the cards as Nantes and Lyon go head-to-head in the 19th round of the French Ligue 1 at Stade de la Beaujoire on Sunday, 26 January. View our free Nantes vs Lyon predictions below.
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Nantes vs Lyon predictions: A low-scoring affair
Key stats
- Nantes’ last three league matches ended in stalemates.
- Lyon’s last three games were tied at the end of regulation time.
- Fewer than three goals were scored in five of the last six clashes between these teams.
- Five of Nantes’ last six matches produced goals at both ends.
Correct score prediction: Nantes 1-1 Lyon
No team has drawn more games than Nantes in the French top flight this season. The hosts have seen eight of their 18 league matches end in stalemates, five of which were 1-1 draws.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookmakers favour Lyon
- HOME: 23/10 (3.30) – 30.3%
- DRAW: 13/5 (3.60) – 27.8%
- AWAY: 21/20 (2.05) – 48.8%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As it stands, Nantes and Lyon are both on a four-match winless streak. However, Lyon have fared much better than their hosts. They are sixth in Ligue 1, while Nantes are just above the relegation zone, in 15th place.
Ahead of this clash, Lyon are the expected winners at 21/20 (2.05). Teams with these odds generally have a 48.8% probability of winning.
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We have also pointed out that both teams were amongst the goals in five of Nantes' last six matches. Keeping in mind that four of Lyon's last five away games featured goals at both ends, 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 contest
Nantes have a poor track record against Lyon. They have lost the last three, and eight of the last 11 encounters between these sides (W1, D2).
France Ligue 1 06/10/24
Lyon
Nantes
France Ligue 1 07/04/24
Nantes
Lyon
France Ligue 1 20/12/23
Lyon
Nantes
France Cup 05/04/23
Nantes
Lyon
France Ligue 1 17/03/23
Lyon
Nantes
Nantes preview: A few injury concerns
Nantes will likely be without Adel Mahamoud, Tino Kadewere, Nathan Zeze and Ignatius Ganago due to injuries.
Predicted lineup: Lopes (GK), Cozza, Pallois, Castelletto, Amian, Chirivella, Simon, Augusto, Lepenant, Guirassy & Abline.
France Ligue 1 10/05/25
D
Auxerre
1
Nantes
1
France Ligue 1 04/05/25
L
Angers
1
Nantes
0
France Ligue 1 27/04/25
D
Toulouse
0
Nantes
0
France Ligue 1 22/04/25
D
PSG
1
Nantes
1
France Ligue 1 18/04/25
L
Rennes
2
Nantes
1
Lyon preview: Looking to get back to winning ways
Thursday’s UEFA Europa League draw against Fenerbahce came at a cost for Lyon, as forward Malick Fofana picked up an injury. The Belgian will join Nicolas Tagliafico on the sidelines for the visitors this weekend.
Predicted lineup: Perri (GK), Vinicius, Niakhate, Mata, Caleta-Car, Matic, Tolisso, Cherki, Nuamah, Benrahma & Lacazette.
France Ligue 1 10/05/25
L
Monaco
2
Lyon
0
France Ligue 1 04/05/25
L
Lens
2
Lyon
1
France Ligue 1 26/04/25
W
Rennes
1
Lyon
4
France Ligue 1 20/04/25
L
St Etienne
2
Lyon
1
UEFA Europa League 17/04/25
L
Man Utd
5
Lyon
4
Player to watch: Moses Simon
Moses Simon opened the scoring in Nantes' 1-1 draw at Saint-Etienne last weekend. With five goals and five assists in 16 league assignments, the Nigerian winger leads the team in both goals and assists. It will be interesting to see if Simon can score in back-to-back games for the first time since August last year.