Our Nantes vs Lyon Prediction: 1-2
Nantes vs Lyon in the France Ligue 1 is scheduled for an 16:15 GMT kick-off on Sunday January 26, 2025. Our expert analysis predicts a correct score of 1-2 for the match between Nantes and Lyon.
This Nantes vs Lyon prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Nantes's Last Match – St Etienne vs Nantes
Nantes must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 1-1 France Ligue 1 draw against St Etienne on January 19. In that match, Nantes saw 25% of the ball and created 8 goal attempts, with 4 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
St Etienne | 75% | 6 (3) | 0.86 | 68 |
Nantes | 25% | 8 (4) | 1.1 | 35 |
Lyon's Last Match – Fenerbahce vs Lyon
Lyon will look to build on their last result following a 0-0 UEFA Europa League stalemate against Fenerbahce on January 23. In that match, Lyon had 56% possession and 13 attempts at goal, with 7 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fenerbahce | 44% | 7 (4) | 0.92 | 40 |
Lyon | 56% | 13 (7) | 0.79 | 44 |
Nantes vs Lyon Stats
Key Stats
| Nantes | Lyon | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.72 | Attacking Strength | 1 |
| 1.15 | Defence Strength | 0.72 |
| 1 | Points Per Game | 1.8 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.4 | Average Scored | 1.7 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Nantes are averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match, while Lyon average 1.7 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.
Nantes 14-16
Lyon 17-11
What are the odds for this match?
Nantes to win: @3.6
Draw: @3.6
Lyon to win: @2