Lille OSC and OGC Nice are two of the top challengers in France's Ligue 1, and their head-to-head statistics reflect an intense rivalry with memorable moments. The match on January 17, 2025, promises more drama at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Lille, where both teams will be seeking crucial points in the league.
Recent Form
Lille currently lies in 5th place with a record of 7 wins, 2 draws, and 8 losses, averaging 1.63 goals per match. The team has been inconsistent as of late but is surely capable of taking on their rivals with a strong home advantage.
Nice sits 4th with 8 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses. The team has been solid; an attacking setup has brought them good results as they average 1.72 goals this season. Nice will be looking to extend the wins when they take on Lille.
Head-to-Head
In the last 46 matches, Nice has won 16 times, Lille has come out on top 10 times, and there have been 20 ties to show how well these two sides have been matched over the years.
In terms of goals, these have been games with many goals. In their recent matches, there have been 2.28 goals scored in their matches. This shows that a lot of attack will be carried out by the teams in their next match as the two sides are thirsty to score goals.
Recent Key Moments
Another very memorable recent fixture came on 13 August 2023, with a 1-1 draw as the lot fell between Lille and Nice. Jordan Lotomba scored for Nice with his headed effort, to which Lille's Benjamin André responded quite well to keep things all square in the game.
In the 2022/2023 season, another pulsating encounter between the sides ended 2-2, showcasing the attacking capabilities of both teams. Matches like these only add to the growing hype about this rivalry.
The Matchup: January 17, 2025
Both teams will come into this fixture, but Lille's strong home advantage is what will set them going once again in this tie, having gone off the boil after a spate of indifferent results; Nice is overall in better form and will look to keep this lofty league standing intact.
For Lille, Jonathan David and Adam Ounas will lead the charge to light up the game's offensive spark, while Nice will count on Terem Moffi and Gaëtan Laborde to find the net.
Betting Insights and Prediction
Nice will go into this match as slight favorites based on the form book, but Lille are not a force to be trifled with on their home ground. Based on previous matches between the two and the striking capabilities of both teams, a pulsating, goal-filled match can be expected from this tie.
This matchup should be one of the bright spots of the week in Ligue 1, whether one is watching for fun or to keep up with the scoreboards.