Saint Etienne vs Nice – Prediction (26.05.2026)

Teams Form Analysis

Saint Etienne has shown a mixed form in their last ten matches, with 6 goals scored and 7 conceded, averaging 1.5 goals per game. Their recent performance includes a strong 5-0 victory against Amiens, but they also suffered a 0-3 defeat against Estac Troyes. In contrast, Nice has struggled, managing only 4 goals in their last ten matches while conceding 7, averaging 0.8 goals per game. Their last match ended in a 0-0 draw against Metz, highlighting their offensive difficulties.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their head-to-head encounters, Nice has a slight edge with 7 wins compared to Saint Etienne's 5 in the last 15 matches. The average goals per game in these encounters is 2.40, with Nice scoring an average of 1.47 goals and Saint Etienne 0.93. Recent matches have seen Nice dominate, including an 8-0 victory in their last meeting, indicating a significant disparity in offensive capabilities.

Saint Etienne — Nice Prediction

• Exact Score: 1 vs 2
• 1st Half: 0 vs 1
• Goals (Total): 1 vs 2
• Corners: 2 vs 5
• Fouls: 12 vs 10
• Yellow Cards: 2 vs 2
• Shots on target: 3 vs 6
• Offsides: 1 vs 2
• Possession: 42% vs 58%

Expect Nice to control possession and create more scoring opportunities, utilizing their attacking depth against a Saint Etienne defense that has shown fragility in recent outings.

3 Key Reasons for This Prediction

• Strong Head-to-Head Record. Nice has won 7 of the last 15 encounters, including a dominant 8-0 victory in their most recent meeting.
• Recent Form Disparity. Saint Etienne has scored only 6 goals in their last 10 matches, while Nice has struggled but has shown potential to score more.
• Defensive Vulnerabilities. Saint Etienne's defense has conceded 7 goals in their last 10 matches, indicating weaknesses that Nice can exploit.

Match Prediction

26.05.2026 18:45 Ligue 1

Saint Etienne 1 0 1

Nice 2 1 1

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