Ligue 1 Regular Season - 21
Nice 0 - 0 FT Monaco
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
F. Balogun 13'
18' S. Diop
HT
64' ↓ G. Bernardeau ↑K. Boudache
64' ↓ T. Louchet ↑T. Ndombele
↓ A. Golovin ↑Caio Henrique 65'
↓ A. Bamba ↑M. Coulibaly 75'
↓ K. Diatta ↑Vanderson 76'
↓ S. Adingra ↑M. Biereth 76'
84' ↓ M. Sanson ↑J. Bah
84' ↓ S. Diop ↑I. Jansson
Vanderson 88'
90' E. Wahi
90'+1 ↓ C. Vanhoutte ↑E. Pereira
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Nice
Goalkeepers
Maxime Dupé 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jonathan Clauss 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
Kojo Peprah Oppong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dante 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Ali Abdi
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Morgan Sanson
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Charles Vanhoutte 
NPC
91
Minutes
91
Minutes
30%
Pass Acc
6.5
Rating
Gabin Bernardeau 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Sofiane Diop
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Tom Louchet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Forwards
Elye Wahi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Yehvann Diouf 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Abdulay Juma Bah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tanguy Ndombélé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Salis Abdul Samed
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Everton Pereira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Djibril Coulibaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kaïl Boudache
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Isak Jansson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Zoumana Diallo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Monaco
Goalkeepers
Philipp Köhn
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Jordan Teze
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Denis Zakaria 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
78%
Duel Win %
Thilo Kehrer
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
43%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Krépin Diatta
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Lamine Camara
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
37%
Pass Acc
Aladji Bamba
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Simon Adingra
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
76
Entry
Forwards
Maghnes Akliouche 
MAGNET
51
Activity
51
Activity
36
Passes
15
Duels
Aleksandr Golovin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Folarin Balogun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Yann Lienard
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Caio Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vanderson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wout Faes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mamadou Coulibaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Samuel Nibombe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Stanis Idumbo Muzambo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mika Biereth
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Paris Brunner
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/05/2025 | Monaco | 2 - 2 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
| 03/29/2025 | Monaco | 2 - 1 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis-II |
| 10/27/2024 | Nice | 2 - 1 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Allianz Riviera |
| 02/11/2024 | Nice | 2 - 3 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Allianz Riviera |
| 09/22/2023 | Monaco | 0 - 1 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis-II |
| 02/26/2023 | Monaco | 0 - 3 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
Nice Win
Monaco Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 21 GD: +32
P: 21 GD: +20
P: 21 GD: +14
P: 21 GD: +19
P: 21 GD: +4
P: 21 GD: -3
P: 21 GD: +7
P: 21 GD: +7
P: 21 GD: -3
P: 21 GD: -1
P: 21 GD: -6
P: 21 GD: -5
P: 21 GD: -8
P: 21 GD: -11
P: 21 GD: -8
P: 21 GD: -15
P: 21 GD: -18
League Standings
P: 30 GD: +43
P: 30 GD: +28
P: 31 GD: +16
P: 30 GD: +15
P: 30 GD: +11
P: 30 GD: +18
P: 31 GD: +7
P: 31 GD: -3
P: 30 GD: +8
P: 31 GD: -1
P: 30 GD: -6
P: 30 GD: -6
P: 31 GD: -17
P: 30 GD: -13
P: 30 GD: -22
P: 31 GD: -15
P: 30 GD: -24
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Tactical Chess Dampens Riviera Derby Fireworks
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 13/100. A point apiece does little to ignite the mid-table ambitions of these historic rivals after a night where defensive discipline triumphed over attacking flair.
Early Pressure Fails to Break the Deadlock
The Allianz Riviera crackled with anticipation for the latest edition of the Derby de la Côte d'Azur, but the early exchanges suggested a night of tactical attrition. Both Nice and the visitors displayed a cautious approach, conscious of the significant Stakes involved in this regional rivalry. An Intensity rating of 1.8 tells the story of a match defined by physical duels rather than clinical finishing. While the encounter produced 13 corners in total, neither side could find the necessary quality to turn set-piece pressure into tangible results. The home side struggled to find their rhythm, managing only four shots on target despite their best efforts to break down a resolute defensive block.
The Kehrer Masterclass and Defensive Grit
The game’s pivotal narrative centered on the exceptional defensive organization of Monaco. Leading from the back, Thilo Kehrer produced an outstanding performance to stifle the Nice frontline, earning his man-of-the-match status through impeccable positioning and aerial dominance. Monaco controlled 56% of possession but found it difficult to translate their territorial dominance into clear-cut chances, finishing with an xG of just 0.61. When the pressure did mount, Philipp Köhn remained ice-cool between the posts, making 3 crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet. The Balance of the match remained stubbornly level, with neither manager willing to risk their defensive shape for a late winner.
Stagnation in the Mid-Table Shuffle
As the clock ticked down, the lack of a creative spark became the defining theme of the evening. The final result leaves Nice languishing in 13th place, a position that reflects their inconsistent form throughout the campaign. For Monaco, a draw keeps them in 9th, still adrift of the European qualification spots they crave. The lack of an Upset Factor meant the game followed a predictable, if frustrating, path to a scoreless conclusion. Both sets of fans left the stadium reflecting on a missed opportunity to claim bragging rights, as the tactical stalemate underscored the offensive limitations currently plaguing both squads in their pursuit of climbing the Ligue 1 table.
Key Questions
Did the derby intensity affect the quality of play?
Yes, the high stakes of the regional rivalry led to a cautious, defensive-minded approach that stifled attacking creativity and resulted in few scoring chances.
What is the French Riviera Derby?
The French Riviera Derby is the rivalry between Nice and Monaco, a passionate regional rivalry with deep local significance.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Riviera Rivalry: More Than Three Points
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 43/100. This edition of the Derby de la Côte d'Azur is less about European qualification and more about halting a mid-season slide for two storied clubs.
The Setup
As Nice and Monaco prepare to meet at the Allianz Riviera on February 08, 2026, the Stakes are defined by regional supremacy rather than league position. Both sides have struggled for consistency; Nice sits 14th while Monaco occupies 10th. The tactical Balance of this encounter suggests a match where defensive lapses will be punished, as both units have shown significant Form issues in recent weeks, combining for just one win in their last five respective outings. However, the presence of high-caliber Stars ensures this remains the marquee fixture of Round 21.
Key Battle
The outcome will likely hinge on the efficiency of Elye Wahi against the creative spark of Monaco’s Mamadou Coulibaly. Wahi provides the explosive verticality that Nice desperately needs to break down a compact defense, while Coulibaly has shown the vision to unlock backlines even when his side isn't dominating possession. It is a classic confrontation of clinical finishing versus midfield orchestration.
Our Prediction
Expect a typical grudge match intensity where Monaco’s superior technical depth eventually tells. Nice will likely strike first through a quick transition, but Monaco's ability to rotate and maintain pressure should see them turn the tide in the second half. We anticipate a narrow 1-2 victory for the visitors, secured by a late piece of individual brilliance.