Watch Nice vs. Lens match online - prediction and confirmed lineups

The Ligue 1 match between Nice and Lens on February 8, 2025, is generating considerable interest among football enthusiasts. Scheduled for 9:30 PM IST (4:00 PM GMT), the match will be broadcasted on GXR World in India, among other platforms. Analysts predict an engaging encounter, with various forecasts suggesting a potential draw. Historical data indicates that Nice holds a slight edge over Lens with nine victories in their previous meetings; however, both teams have shown resilience this season.

OGC Nice are ready to host RC Lens in Matchday 21 of the Ligue 1 2024-25 season. The hosts are in the fifth spot and a win here can take them to the Champions League spot in the table. Lens on the other hand are just beneath them in the standings currently after securing nine wins in 20 league matches so far.

Even though this is going to be a home game for Nice, they will be sort of low on confidence. Nice were knocked out of the French Cup in their last fixture. This puts pressure on them for their upcoming Ligue 1 game against Lens. It is mostly going to be an evenly matched contest but Nice will try to secure a win after using the home ground as their advantage.

MATCH LIVE STREM HERE

Both clubs have played in European competitions. Will Still's team began their Conference League campaign with a 2-1 victory over Panathinaikos but conceded two unanswered goals in Greece and were eliminated. Franck Haise’s squad struggled in the Europa League, failing to secure a single win and managing only a few draws, including a final one against Bodø/Glimt.

Nice has performed much better in the league. They have won almost half of their matches, which has kept them in contention for at least third place. This was especially evident in January when they defeated direct rival Marseille. However, they were then held to a draw by Toulouse. In the French Cup, despite taking the lead against Briochin, they suffered a shocking defeat to the lower-tier side. Lens started their cup run against PSG and were predictably eliminated, albeit on penalties. However, they have been solid in the league, including wins over Le Havre and Angers in January, despite alternating victories with defeats. Their 2-0 victory over Montpellier was particularly convincing.

Nice possible starting lineup: Bulka; Ndayishimiye, Dante, Bard; Clauss, Boudaoui, Santamaria, Abdi; Guessand, Laborde, Moukoko

Lens possible starting lineup: Ryan; Frankowski, Gradit, Sarr, Medina, Machado; Thomasson, El Aynaoui, Diouf; Nzola, Agbonifo

Betting tips suggest wagering on a draw or over three goals scored during the match . The strategic formations employed by both teams may lead to an unpredictable outcome. Given Nice's strong home record and favorable historical performance against Lens, fans can expect an exciting clash at Allianz Riviera. As anticipation builds towards kickoff time, viewers will be eager to witness how these predictions unfold on the pitch.

 Read more

Sarah H

Also on site :

• Trump's Fed criticism sinks stocks, dollar
• The Nets have the cap space and extra picks to upgrade this summer — that doesn’t mean they will
• John Cena Attacked By Former Rival On Raw, First Title Defence Opponent Teased