Ligue 1 Regular Season - 10
Nice 2 - 0 FT Lille
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
29' S. Diop
35' Antoine Mendy
Ayyoub Bouaddi 40'
HT
68' ↓ S. Diop ↑H. Boudaoui
68' ↓ J. Boga ↑T. Louchet
69' ↓ S. Abdul Samed ↑I. Jansson
↓ A. Bouaddi ↑N. Bentaleb 69'
↓ F. Correia ↑O. Sahraoui 69'
↓ H. Igamane ↑M. Broholm 70'
Benjamin André 75'
78' Tiago Gouveia
↓ B. Andre ↑O. Giroud 81'
85' ↓ C. Vanhoutte ↑M. Sanson
↓ H. Haraldsson ↑N. Mukau 85'
87' I. Jansson (M. Sanson)
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Nice
Goalkeepers
Y. Diouf 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Midfielders
T. Gouveia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Abdul Samed 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
C. Vanhoutte 
SWEEPER
2
Cleanups
2
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
1
Blocks
M. Bard
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
1
Blocks
BENCH
M. Dupe 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Abdi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Bernardeau
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Boudaoui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Louchet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Ndombele
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Sanson 
SUPER SUB
0
Impact
0
Impact
11
Minutes
6.9
Rating
I. Jansson 
CLUTCH HERO
0
Goal Time
0
Goal Time
0
Impact
8
Rating
B. Nguene
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lille
Goalkeepers
A. Bodart 
FRIENDLY FIRE
0
Mistake
0
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.5
Rating
Defenders
T. Meunier 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
N. Ngoy
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
A. Mandi 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
71%
Pass Acc
R. Perraud
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
65%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
B. Andre
SWEEPER
2
Cleanups
2
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
0
Blocks
A. Bouaddi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
F. Correia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
H. Haraldsson
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
M. Fernandez-Pardo
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
40%
Pass Acc
Forwards
H. Igamane
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
BENCH
T. Sajous
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
C. Mbemba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Verdonk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Bentaleb
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Mukau
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Diaoune
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Giroud
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Sahraoui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Broholm
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/01/2025 | Lille | 2 - 1 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 10/11/2024 | Nice | 2 - 2 | Lille | Ligue 1 | Allianz Riviera |
| 19/05/2024 | Lille | 2 - 2 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 11/08/2023 | Nice | 1 - 1 | Lille | Ligue 1 | Allianz Riviera |
| 29/01/2023 | Nice | 1 - 0 | Lille | Ligue 1 | Allianz Riviera |
| 31/08/2022 | Lille | 1 - 2 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 14/05/2022 | Nice | 1 - 3 | Lille | Ligue 1 | Allianz Riviera |
| 14/08/2021 | Lille | 0 - 4 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 01/05/2021 | Lille | 2 - 0 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
Nice Win
Lille Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 10 GD: +11
P: 10 GD: +7
P: 10 GD: +13
P: 10 GD: +9
P: 10 GD: +4
P: 10 GD: +4
P: 10 GD: +9
P: 10 GD: +1
P: 10 GD: +2
P: 10 GD: -2
P: 10 GD: -4
P: 10 GD: -3
P: 10 GD: -6
P: 10 GD: -4
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 10 GD: -9
P: 10 GD: -9
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +18
P: 19 GD: +26
P: 20 GD: +24
P: 20 GD: +13
P: 20 GD: +4
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 19 GD: +9
P: 20 GD: +8
P: 20 GD: -4
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 20 GD: -4
P: 20 GD: -5
P: 20 GD: -8
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 20 GD: -9
P: 20 GD: -17
P: 20 GD: -15
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Nice Silences Lille in Crunch Clash: Efficiency Trumps Dominance
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 54/100. Two teams level on points arrived at the Allianz Riviera; only one left with the spoils, as Nice's clinical finishing dismantled Lille's possession-based pressure.
Penalty and Precision Define the Balance
From the 29th minute, S. Diop's penalty conversion handed Nice a psychological edge that Lille could never reclaim. The intensity simmered with 15 corners, 29 combined shots, and relentless set-piece pressure—yet the Dogues' 68% possession proved a hollow statistic. Abdulay Juma Bah marshalled the Nice defence with authoritative composure, smothering every Lille incursion with a defensive masterclass that belied the visitors' territorial dominance.
The Substitute's Dagger: Jansson's Late Blow
In the 87th minute, Isak Jansson emerged from the bench to deliver the coup de grâce. Introduced at the 69th minute, the Swedish forward converted a chance created by M. Sanson (85th) to put the contest beyond doubt. This upset factor—a tactical masterstroke—exposed Lille's fatigue and Nice's bench depth. Lille's 21 shots (only 4 on target) painted a picture of blunt-edged dominance; Nice's 1.77 xG against Lille's 0.99 told the real story: clinical ruthlessness.
Possession is Overrated; Outcomes Aren't
Nice controlled just 32% of the ball yet created the clearer chances. Charles Vanhoutte's midfield orchestration ensured every Nice attack carried menace. With 77% pass accuracy and a winning record of 5 wins in 10 games, Nice now sits level with Lille on 17 points—but with momentum. This victory in the title race is the kind that haunts opponents for weeks.
Key Questions
How did substitute Isak Jansson change the game?
Introduced at 69 minutes, Jansson scored in the 87th from Sanson's assist, sealing victory when Lille's legs had tired and their attack had dulled.
Why couldn't Lille convert their possession dominance?
68% possession masked poor shot selection: 21 attempts, only 4 on target, 0.99 xG. Nice's defence, led by Bah, neutralised every genuine threat.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Riviera Fireworks as High-Flyers Visit Nice
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. A clash of tactical styles where Nice's individual brilliance meets Lille's disciplined top-four pursuit.
The Setup
On October 29, 2025, the Allianz Riviera hosts a fixture defined by offensive potential. Lille enters as certified away specialists, sitting 4th in the table with a 50% win rate on the road. Conversely, Nice finds itself in 11th, desperate to ignite their Form after a string of losses. The Stakes remain significant for the visitors' Champions League ambitions, while the hosts rely on their attacking Stars to mask defensive inconsistencies. With a combined average of 4.6 goals per game, the tactical Balance suggests a shootout rather than a chess match.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls on Sofiane Diop vs Félix Correia. Diop has been the primary source of goals for the home side, while Correia’s directness on the wing provides the ammunition for Lille's clinical counter-attacks. Whoever controls the final third will likely tip the scales.
Our Prediction
Expect a high-octane encounter where defensive shape is secondary to creative freedom. Nice will likely dominate possession early on, but Lille's efficiency on the break is world-class. A 2-2 draw is the verdict, as both sides possess enough firepower to negate each other's advantages in a classic back-and-forth Ligue 1 affair.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Yes. High goal averages and elite individual talent make this a must-watch for neutrals.
What's the predicted outcome?
A 2-2 draw, given both teams' high scoring rates and recent defensive lapses.
Where are Nice and Lille in the league table?
Lille is 4th with 29 points; Nice is 11th with 17 points.
What is Nice's current form?
Nice has struggled recently, recording four losses in their last five outings (LLLLW).
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Sofiane Diop is the man in form with 5 goals and 1 assist in 5 matches (7.6 rating).
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.