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Lille vs Nice May 19 2024
Betting Tips & Predictions

Betting Predictions

The top betting prediction for the Lille vs Nice match is a double chance: draw or Nice.

Double chance: draw or Nice: Given Nice's solid form and resilience, especially away from home, they are favored to at least secure a draw. Lille's mixed results and Nice's better defense make this a sound bet.

Both teams to score: Both teams have consistently found the back of the net in recent encounters. Lille’s attacking prowess at home complemented by Nice’s away scoring ability makes this a promising bet.

Over 2.5 goals: The attacking capabilities of both Lille and Nice, coupled with their defensive vulnerabilities at times, suggest a high-scoring affair. Two of their last five encounters have seen more than 2.5 goals.

Match preview

The upcoming clash between Lille and Nice in Ligue 1 is set to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams aiming to cement their positions in the upper echelons of the league. Lille, currently sitting in 3rd place with 58 points, have shown mixed form recently, recording a sequence of wins and losses. Their home ground, the Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy, has been a fortress, with 11 wins out of 16 matches, but they will need to be at their best to overcome a resilient Nice. Nice, positioned 5th with 54 points, are also in good shape with their recent form showing strong results, including a significant 67% form rate in the last 5 games. This Lille vs Nice match will be crucial for both teams as they chase Champions League qualification spots. Lille's overall form stands at 48% compared to Nice’s 52%, making this match highly unpredictable. Adding to the intrigue are key player absences due to injuries and suspensions which could sway the outcome of this highly anticipated Lille vs Nice preview.

Head-to-Head Analysis

In their last five head-to-head meetings, Lille and Nice have displayed an evenly matched rivalry. Here are the results of their last five encounters:

• Nice vs Lille – 1-1 – Aug 11, 2023
• Nice vs Lille – 1-0 – Jan 29, 2023
• Lille vs Nice – 1-2 – Aug 31, 2022
• Nice vs Lille – 1-3 – May 14, 2022
• Lille vs Nice – 0-4 – Aug 14, 2021

Squad Analysis

Heading into the Lille vs Nice match, both teams face significant absences. Lille will be without L. Chevalier (knee injury), I. Miramon (injury), S. Umtiti (knee injury), and Y. Yazıcı (muscle injury). Nice will miss M. Bard (red card suspension), A. Beka Beka (personal reasons), and S. Diop (injury). These absences could play a pivotal role in the match's outcome, potentially affecting team strategies and performance.

These are the Lille vs Nice May 19 2024 Betting Tips & Predictions.