On September 13, Nice will face Nantes in the fourth round of Ligue 1 at their home ground. Here’s a look at both teams and what to expect from the match.
See also: Mainz 05 vs RB Leipzig prediction and betting tips 13 September 2025
Match preview
Nice has had a challenging start to the season. They faced Benfica in the Champions League qualifiers and lost 4-0 on aggregate, which led to their drop into the Europa League group stage. In Ligue 1, they lost their opening match at home to Toulouse (0-1), followed by an away defeat to Le Havre (1-3), and finally a win against Auxerre (2-1).
Under coach Franck Haise, Nice emphasizes quick, aggressive play rather than ball possession.
Nantes, who finished in the lower half of Ligue 1 last season, also missed out on European competition. They had a quiet pre-season and made some strategic signings. Their start to the 2025/26 season has been similarly disappointing, with just one win in three matches against Auxerre (1-0) and losses to Strasbourg and PSG, both by 1-0 margins.
The team has a solid defense, but their cautious approach has led to a lack of attacking intensity and finishing, despite attempts to strengthen the lineup.
Probable lineups
Nice: Diouf, Mendy, Bach, Peprah, Boudaoui, Samed, Louchet, Barr, Boga, Jansson, Kevin
Nantes: Lopes, Adu, Awaziem, Taty, Cozza, Hong, Coquelin, Lepenant, Guirassy, Benhattab, Mostafa
Match facts and head-to-head
- Nantes has won three and drawn two of the last five meetings.
- Nice has recorded just one win from their first five matches of the season.
- In seven of Nantes’ last eight official games, fewer than three goals have been scored.
Prediction
Both teams have had a poor start to the season. Their attacking play has been lackluster, resulting in few quality chances and poor finishing. However, defensively they appear more stable. My prediction: total under 2.5 goals at odds of 1.92.
Add Footem.in As your Preferred Source on Google
Follow the latest on Footem WhatsApp Channel