Montpellier will make the trip to Allianz Riviera for their Ligue 1 clash with Nice on Sunday, 23 February 2025. View our free Nice vs Montpellier predictions below.
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Nice vs Montpellier predictions: A low-scoring game
Key stats
- Five of Nice's last seven matches featured less than three goals.
- Fewer than three goals were scored in five of Montpellier's last seven away games.
- Montpellier suffered six defeats in their last eight games.
- The visitors failed to score in six of their last seven matches away from home.
Correct score prediction: Nice 2-0 Montpellier
Not only have Montpellier lost 12 of their last 13 away games across all competitions, but they also were unable to find the net in six of their last seven matches on the road. Keeping in mind that Nice have won five consecutive Ligue 1 games at Allianz Riviera, we are backing the hosts to win to nil.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Nice are overwhelming favourites
- HOME: 2/5 (1.40) – 71.4%
- DRAW: 4/1 (5.00) – 20%
- AWAY: 6/1 (7.00) – 14.3%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Montpellier suffered a humiliating 4-1 defeat at the hands of Lyon last weekend, extending their losing run to three matches. They have been one of the league's worst travellers, losing nine of 10 away games this season.
On the other hand, Nice have been impressive so far, with an 11-7-4 win-draw-loss record. They are third in the French top flight ahead of their clash with last-placed Montpellier.
With that in mind, Nice are the expected winners at 2/5 (1.40). Teams with these odds generally have a 71.4% probability of winning.
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Moreover, while Nice opened the scoring in five of their last six matches, Montpellier have conceded first in 12 consecutive games. Taking into account that Montpellier trailed at the half-time break in four of their last six matches, HT Nice to win has an appealing look at 5/6 (1.83). That one has a 54.5% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: A fairly one-sided contest
Nice have been the dominant side in recent clashes between these outfits, losing only once in their last eight encounters with Montpellier (W4, D3).
France Ligue 1 15/12/24
Montpellier
Nice
France Ligue 1 08/03/24
Nice
Montpellier
France Cup 07/02/24
Montpellier
Nice
France Ligue 1 10/11/23
Montpellier
Nice
Europe Friendlies 22/07/23
Nice
Montpellier
Nice preview: Eyeing their third consecutive victory
Just like it has been for most of the season, Nice will remain without Melvin Bard, Morgan Sanson and Terem Moffi due to injuries this weekend.
Predicted lineup: Bulka (GK), Ndayishimiye, Bombito, Dante, Clauss, Santamaria, Boudaoui, Abdi, Guessand, Cho & Laborde.
France Ligue 1 01/03/25
W
St Etienne
1
Nice
3
France Ligue 1 23/02/25
W
Montpellier
0
Nice
2
France Ligue 1 16/02/25
W
Le Havre
1
Nice
3
France Ligue 1 08/02/25
W
Lens
0
Nice
2
France Cup 05/02/25
L
Stade Briochin
2
Nice
1
Montpellier preview: Hoping to avoid a fourth consecutive defeat
As for Montpellier, up to six players will be sidelined for this clash because of injuries, including Christopher Jullien, Nikola Maksimovic, Becir Omeragic, Issiaga Sylla, Modibo Sagnan and Othmane Maamma.
Predicted lineup: Lecomte (GK), Luce, Meite, Mouanga, Mbiayi, Nzingoula, Chotard, Ferri, Coulibaly, Delort & Savanier.
France Ligue 1 02/03/25
L
Rennes
4
Montpellier
0
France Ligue 1 23/02/25
L
Nice
2
Montpellier
0
France Ligue 1 16/02/25
L
Lyon
4
Montpellier
1
France Ligue 1 09/02/25
L
Strasbourg
2
Montpellier
0
France Ligue 1 31/01/25
L
Lens
2
Montpellier
0
Player to watch: Gaetan Laborde
Gaetan Laborde opened the scoring in the reverse fixture of this clash. The former Stade Rennais forward has been in sensational form, scoring in three consecutive Ligue 1 appearances. Laborde will fancy his chances against his former team this weekend.