👉 What is the recommended bet for Nantes vs Nice?

The prediction and betting suggestion for Nantes vs Nice, January 11, 2026, in the analysis prepared by the Tipsters, is: Both teams to score? Yes ⇒ bet available on bet365.

👉 In which stadium will Nantes vs Nice be played?

The Nantes vs Nice match on January 11, 2026, will be held in Nantes, at Stade de la Beaujoire - Louis Fonteneau.

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Nantes vs Nice Prediction – French Cup

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Check out the best predictions for Nantes vs Nice

Here you will find the best prediction for Nantes vs Nice in the French Cup, as well as an analysis of the match and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent form and key statistics from their last games to offer the best prediction for this clash between Nantes and Nice.

Nantes

January 11, 2026 – 17::00
French Cup
2025/2026
Round of 16

Nice

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Nantes vs Nice:

The best prediction for Nantes vs Nice in the French Cup is that both teams will score. It is expected to be a match leaning towards the visitors, however, both teams typically deliver high-scoring games where attacks overshadow defenses. Consequently, a tightly contested clash with scoring opportunities near both goals is anticipated.

Best prediction for Nantes vs Nice

More than 0.5 goals in the first half (live betting tip)
More than 1.5 goals (live betting tip, double or treble)
Both teams to score (riskier tip)

Match prediction for Nantes vs Nice

The teams Nantes and Nice will clash at Stade de la Beaujoire – Louis Fonteneau in a match of the French Cup (Round of 16). In this stadium, the head-to-head record favors the visiting team, which boasts 2 victories, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last 5 encounters. However, the last time they met at this venue was on October 20, 2024, in a Ligue 1 match that ended in a 1-1 draw. The goals in that game were scored by Matthis Abline (67′) for Nantes and Evann Guessand (72′) for Nice. In this upcoming match, home advantage could play a significant role, as Nice shows notable disparities in their home and away performances.

Nantes Analysis

The home team arrives at this stage of the French Cup (Round of 16) after an away victory against Concarneau (3-5). This is a team that maintains performance when playing away from its stadium; over the last 30 games, they have recorded 4 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses as visitors, compared to 4 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses at home. The team enters this encounter following an away victory against Olympique Marseille (0-2). Nantes has won 2, drawn 2, and lost 6 of their last 10 home games across all competitions. Defensive solidity has not been their strong suit, having conceded goals in 9 of their last 10 matches, but their attack has been consistent, scoring in 8 of the last 10 games. In 15 matches, they conceded the first goal 9 times and have never managed to come back to win. In their last 19 home games across all competitions, they notably scored 10 of their 20 goals between the 76th and 90th minutes.

The Nantes side enters this challenge with a significant victory, by 0-2, in their trip to Marseille, in a Ligue 1 match: the team’s sole goal was scored by Louis Mouton. It is worth noting that the home side arrives at this French Cup after eliminating Concarneau in the previous round. Under the guidance of Ahmed Kantari, the home team adopts a tactical system of 5-2-3, focusing on quick transitions, especially exploiting the flanks. Key offensive players include Dehmaine Tabibou, Youssef El Arabi, and Matthis Abline, who are tasked with creating mismatches in the opposing defense. Deiver Machado provides width on the left, creating attacking options. Missing from this game are Mostafa Mohamed and Chidozie Awaziem, both participating in the African Cup of Nations.

Nice Analysis

The visiting team arrives at this stage of the French Cup (Round of 16) following a home victory against Saint-Étienne (2-1). This is a stronger team when playing at home; in their last 30 games, they have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws, and 11 losses as visitors, in contrast to 5 wins, 2 draws, and 8 losses at home. In their last match, they played to a 1-1 draw against Strasbourg. In their last 10 away games, Nice has won 1, drawn 1, and lost 8. Defensive solidity has not been their hallmark, as they have conceded at least one goal in each of their last 10 matches. In their away games, there is a trend for goals, as 21 of their last 24 matches have ended with over 1.5 goals and 17 out of 24 have concluded with over 2.5 goals. In 15 matches, they conceded the first goal 8 times and could never turn the tide back in their favor.

Nice comes into this encounter after a draw of 1-1 against Strasbourg, in a Ligue 1 match: the team’s solitary goal was scored by Elye Wahi. It is also noteworthy that the visitors arrive at this French Cup after eliminating Saint-Étienne in the previous round. The visiting team often plays in a 4-3-3 tactical formation, with Sofiane Diop, Mohamed-Ali Cho, and Tiago Gouveia leading the attack. Highlighting the playmaker is midfielder Morgan Sanson, who creates the best scoring opportunities. Missing from this match are Mohamed Abdelmonem, Youssouf Ndayishimiye, and Moïse Bombito, all due to injuries.