Nice are one of four teams in the Europa League yet to get a point on the board, and they will be hoping to change that stat when they welcome Freiburg to the Allianz Riviera this Thursday night.
The French side have won just three of their last 10 matches across all competitions, while their upcoming German rivals boast an unbeaten European record.
Can the hosts prevail in Thursday's clash, or will Freiburg continue their impressive run? Read our Nice vs Freiburg prediction and preview to find out, but don't forget to also check out some of our other Europa League predictions.
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Nice vs Freiburg prediction: Visitors to impress
Key Stats
- Nice have scored 10 of their last 12 goals before the interval.
- Nice have not trailed at the break in any of their last 11 home games.
- Only two of Freiburg’s last eight games have seen over 2.5 goals.
Correct score prediction: Nice 1-2 Freiburg
Nice have managed to put together some solid home performances lately, but they have come up short when it comes to getting results on the board.
Freiburg, on the other hand, are performing consistently well across all competitions, and they will certainly fancy their chances away in France.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Visitors backed to win
- HOME: 81/50 (2.62) – 38.20%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.40%
- AWAY: 3/2 (2.5) – 40.00%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
It's clear from these Nice vs Freiburg odds that the bookies expect a narrow win for the away team.
Nevertheless, if you liked our predictions for this game, remember to also check our betting tips for today.
Most recent H2Hs: Freiburg have the edge
Thursday will mark the first competitive meeting between Nice and Freiburg. Nevertheless, the German outfit have a good record against French opposition, having picked up wins over Lens and Nantes in recent years.
Nice preview: Momentum starting to build
Nice were on a run of two straight victories before being narrowly beaten by Paris Saint-Germain over in the capital on Saturday. Momentum is clearly on the rise for the Ligue 1 side, and they will now be looking to turn that into some much-needed Europa League points.
In terms of team news, Moise Bombito remains injured, Terem Moffi is questionable, and Jonathan Clauss is suspended. Youssouf Ndayishimiye and Mohamed Abdelmonem are also on the injury list.
Predicted lineup: Diouf (GK), Oppong, Bah, Bard, Mendy, Louchet, Samed, Abdi, Gouveia, Carlos & Boga
Last five matches
- PSG 1-0 Nice (Ligue 1)
- Nice 2-0 Lille (Ligue 1)
- Rennes 1-2 Nice (Ligue 1)
- Celta Vigo 2-1 Nice (Europa League)
- Nice 3-2 Lyon (Ligue 1)
Freiburg preview: Living the European dream
Freiburg are certainly making the most of their European adventure, picking up two wins and a draw from their opening three matches in the competition.
On the injury front, Cyriaque Kalou Irie is a doubt, Patrick Osterhage it out with a muscle issue, Eren Dincki is questionable, and Daniel-Kofi Kyereh will have to pass a fitness test.
Predicted lineup: Atubolu (GK), Treu, Ginter, Lienhart, Gunter, Eggestein, Beste, Hofler, Suzuki, Grifo & Adamu
Last five matches
- Union Berlin 0-0 Freiburg (Bundesliga)
- Dusseldorf 1-3 Freiburg (DFB Pokal)
- Leverkusen 2-0 Freiburg (Bundesliga)
- Freiburg 2-0 Utrecht (Europa League)
- Freiburg 2-2 Eintracht Frankfurt (Bundesliga)
Player to watch: Kevin Carlos
Striker Kevin Carlos will be hoping to play a big part in Thursday's encounter as he looks to score his first goal since a strike against Fenerbahce last month.
The player had a great performance against Lille a fortnight ago, and he will be looking to turn that into goals against Freiburg.