Lens - Nice predictions

It’s quite easy to predict that Lens will take the 3 points here. Though a different result is not entirely impossible, it would still be quite a notable upset.

Nice are massive underdogs and will be extremely lucky to avoid complete annihilation at the hands of Lens.

Most experts and fans predicted an easy victory for Lens in the previous round against Nantes , and the team delivered albeit underwhelmingly. The 1:2 victory was as narrow as it could be, however, so their form is far from perfect.

Last round’s proceedings didn’t end too well for Nice. They struggled throughout the game against Angers SCO and never managed to catch up, resulting in a surprising 0:1 home loss.

Lens’s form is fairly strong when it comes to offense – they netted 6 goals in the last three away games.

Results and standings notwithstanding, Nice have run into some defensive issues in this stretch of the Ligue 1. In the past 3 matches, they allowed more than 5 goals to their opponents, which may be cause for concern for their supporters.

If the hosts keep up the form they’ve displayed so far, they’re on their way to claim the Ligue 1 title. It’s still quite a ways off, but favourable matchups such as Nice are exactly what they need to stay on top.

Taking a quick at the recent history of these two teams and their clashes, the line between favourites and underdogs becomes a bit blurred. Lens lost one of these games last season with a painfully large goal difference, yet they’re widely regarded as the favourites to win the match on Sunday.

With no injuries or suspensions to deal with, both teams will be able to give their all this Sunday.

This is a solid match for those that like betting on longshots. Our advice is to pick Draw/Home on the Half Time/Full Time market. The probability of winning is not that high if we’re being honest, but it’s the best offer if you’re shooting for betting value.