Lyon vs Nice prediction for Sundayโs Ligue 1 clash at Groupama Stadium is one of the most interesting games of Round 22. This Lyon vs Nice prediction preview covers lineups, team news, stats and the best betting tips for the match on 15 February 2026.
๐๏ธ Match Info
- Fixture: Lyon vs Nice
- Date: Sunday, 15 February 2026
- Kick-off: 19:45 UTC
- Venue: Groupama Stadium
- Competition: Ligue 1 โ Round 22
๐บ TV/Streaming: beIN Sports CONNECT MENA, Canal+ Foot (France), DAZN (Europe), ESPN+ (USA), Sky Sport (Italy), Viaplay (Nordics)
๐ฅ Team Form
Lyon recent form:
๐ข Nantes 0-1 Lyon
๐ข Lyon 2-0 Laval
๐ข Lyon 1-0 Lille
๐ข Lyon 4-2 PAOK
๐ข Metz 2-5 Lyon
Lyon are on a brilliant run, scoring goals consistently and showing strong attacking chemistry. Confidence is high at Groupama Stadium.
Nice recent form:
๐ก Nice 0-0 Monaco
๐ข Nice 3-2 Montpellier
๐ก Nice 2-2 Brest
๐ด Ludogorets 1-0 Nice
๐ข Nantes 1-4 Nice
Nice have been solid but slightly inconsistent. They remain dangerous in attack and capable of scoring away from home.
๐ฅ Predicted Lineups
Lyon (4-2-3-1):
Greif โ Maitland-Niles, Mata, Niakhatรฉ, Abner โ Tessmann, Morton โ Merah, Nartey, Himbert โ Sulc
Nice (4-2-3-1):
Dupรฉ โ Clauss, Oppong, Dante, Abdi โ Abdul Samed, Vanhoutte โ Louchet, Diop, Jansson โ Wahi
๐ Injuries & Suspensions
Lyon missing:
Tagliafico, Nuamah, Fofana, Endrick (susp), Moreira and others.
Nice missing:
Bard, Boudaoui, Sanson, Cho and several defensive options.
Both teams have absences, but Lyonโs attacking depth still looks strong at home.
๐ Head-to-Head
- Lyon wins: 16
- Nice wins: 13
- Draws: 6
Historically, this fixture is competitive with goals often coming at both ends.
๐ Match Analysis
Lyon are in excellent scoring form and playing with confidence at home. Their attacking trio behind the striker has been productive, and theyโve been strong defensively in recent games.
Nice remain a dangerous side on the counter with Wahi and Diop offering pace and creativity. However, their away inconsistency and injury list could be decisive.
Expect an open match with chances for both sides. Lyonโs momentum at home gives them a slight edge.
๐ฏ Betting Tips
Main Prediction:
โก๏ธ Lyon to win
Safe Bet:
โก๏ธ Lyon draw no bet
Goals Tip:
โก๏ธ Both teams to score โ
โญ Final Thoughts
This should be a high-quality Ligue 1 clash between two in-form teams. Lyonโs home advantage and recent scoring run make them slight favourites, but Nice have enough attacking threat to keep things competitive.
Expect goals, intensity, and an entertaining Sunday night match in France. ๐ฟโฝ
