Ligue 1 2025-2026: Nantes vs Lille Prediction
Nantes
Home Team
9%
VS
Lille
Away Team
82%
Draw: 9%
Over 2.5:
55%
Under 2.5:
45%
Goal:
54%
No Goal:
46%
Current Standings
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paris FC | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 16 |
| 2 | Marseille | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 5 | 10 | 15 |
| 3 | Strasbourg | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 15 |
| 4 | Lyon | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 15 |
| 5 | Monaco | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 13 |
| 6 | Lens | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 13 |
| 7 | Lille | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 11 |
| 8 | Paris FC | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 12 | 13 | -1 | 10 |
| 9 | Toulouse | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 12 | -1 | 10 |
| 10 | Rennes | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 10 | -1 | 10 |
| 11 | Brest | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 8 |
| 12 | Nice | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 12 | -3 | 8 |
| 13 | Lorient | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 16 | -7 | 7 |
| 14 | Le Havre | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 10 | -2 | 6 |
| 15 | Nantes | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 7 | -2 | 6 |
| 16 | Auxerre | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 10 | -5 | 6 |
| 17 | Angers | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 11 | -8 | 5 |
| 18 | Metz | 7 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 16 | -11 | 2 |
Recent Trends
Nantes
- Last Match: vs Brest (Goals: 0 - 0)
- 2nd Last Match: vs Toulouse (Goals: 2 - 2)
- 3rd Last Match: vs Rennes (Goals: 2 - 2)
- 4th Last Match: vs Nice (Goals: 0 - 1)
- 5th Last Match: vs Auxerre (Goals: 1 - 0)
Lille
- Last Match: vs Paris SG (Goals: 1 - 1)
- 2nd Last Match: vs Lyon (Goals: 0 - 1)
- 3rd Last Match: vs Lens (Goals: 0 - 3)
- 4th Last Match: vs Toulouse (Goals: 2 - 1)
- 5th Last Match: vs Lorient (Goals: 7 - 1)
Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)
Nantes
Average Expected Goals (xG):
1.07
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA):
1.30
# Clean Sheets:
2
Lille
Average Expected Goals (xG):
2.48
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA):
2.16
# Clean Sheets:
0
Key Prediction Insights
The upcoming match between Nantes and Lille is heavily tipped in favor of Lille, with an 82% probability of an away win. This prediction aligns with their superior league position, as Lille sits in 7th place while Nantes languishes in 15th. The game is also predicted to feature more than 2.5 goals, with a 55% probability, suggesting a potentially high-scoring affair.
Match Analysis
Nantes has been on a streak of draws in their last three matches, managing to hold Brest, Toulouse, and Rennes to stalemates. While they have shown resilience in defense, evidenced by two clean sheets in their last five matches, their attack has been less convincing, averaging just 1 goal per game. Their expected goals (xG) and expected goals against (xGA) metrics reflect a balanced but unspectacular level of performance.
In contrast, Lille's recent form reveals a dip, with two losses and a draw in their last three outings. Despite these setbacks, Lille has demonstrated a strong attacking potential, averaging over 3 goals per game in their last five matches. However, their defense has been leaky, conceding an average of over 2 goals per game and failing to keep a clean sheet. Their xG suggests they have been creating numerous chances, which could be pivotal against a Nantes side that has struggled to score consistently.
Final Prediction
Lille's attacking prowess, as highlighted by their impressive goal-scoring average, gives them a significant advantage. Nantes will need to tighten their defense even further to withstand Lille's offensive threats. A key factor to watch will be whether Lille can convert their attacking opportunities into goals, taking advantage of Nantes' defensive vulnerabilities.