Ligue 1Allianz Riviera, Nice19°11 km/h

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    NiceNiceBalanced & physical
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    StrasbourgStrasbourgBalanced & physical
    The model's lean: 1 · Nice (43%)Best value by the model: Under 3,5 @ 1.47 (+1 %)

    Nice vs Strasbourg · Ligue 1

    1 · Nice 43%X 24%32% Strasbourg · 2

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    Analysis: Nice – Strasbourg

    Anna Karlsson · · A data-driven preview · How the predictions work

    The razor-thin expected goals between Nice and Strasbourg—1.43 for the hosts and 1.38 for the visitors—sets the stage for a tightly contested matchup. The model marginally favors Nice with a 43% win probability, yet it's Strasbourg who holds the upper hand in recent form, leading both in points and expected points. This subtle contradiction sets the tension for the evening's clash.

    Head-to-head encounters show an evenly matched rivalry, with Nice winning one, drawing two, and losing one since 2022. However, such a small sample size must be taken with caution compared to current season performance and expected goals. It's Strasbourg's superior xG per match—1.2 against Nice's 0.83—that tilts the balance of attacking prowess slightly in their favor.

    Despite this, Nice's defensive metrics offer a counterweight. Their xGA of 1.4 per match suggests a more robust backline compared to Strasbourg's 1.8, hinting that the hosts might better absorb pressure. This defensive solidity could be key in breaking down a match where both teams share a physical and balanced playing style.

    The numbers point toward a narrow encounter, and the model's most likely scoreline, 1-1, reflects this equilibrium. With an over 2.5 goals probability of 53%, there's a slight lean toward a higher-scoring game, yet the balance of factors suggests restraint. A 2-1 victory for Nice seems a plausible outcome, but it's by no means a lock.

    Given the fine margins and the model's lean, Nice stands out as the side with a slight edge to win. While Strasbourg's form is compelling, the overall dynamics indicate that Nice's defensive edge might just tip the scales in their favor.

    NiceNice
    Form DLDLW
    League ranking xG #18xGA #7xT #9xP/match #18Points #14
    Key players
    • Sepe Elye Delmas WahiFxG 0.15 · xT -0.04
    • Jonathan ClaussRWxG 0.17 · xT 0.32
    • Youssouf NdayishimiyeCBxG 0.01 · xT 0.06
    StrasbourgStrasbourg
    Form LWWDL
    League ranking xG #15xGA #15xT #18xP/match #15Points #8
    Key players
    • Gessime YassineRWxG 0.21 · xT 0.13
    • Jacobo Ortega CondeFxG 0.19 · xT 0.07
    • Joaquín Martínez GaunaLWBxG 0.07 · xT 0.09

    Match prediction: Nice – Strasbourg

    Predicted score matrix

    Strasbourg →
    Nice →
    0
    1
    2
    3
    4+
    0
    0–06.4%
    0–17.9%
    0–25.7%
    0–32.6%
    0–4+1.2%
    1
    1–08.3%
    1–112.2%
    1–28.2%
    1–33.8%
    1–4+1.8%
    2
    2–06.2%
    2–18.5%
    2–25.9%
    2–32.7%
    2–4+1.3%
    3
    3–02.9%
    3–14.1%
    3–22.8%
    3–31.3%
    3–4+0.6%
    4+
    4+–01.4%
    4+–12.0%
    4+–21.4%
    4+–30.6%
    4+–4+0.3%
    Probability per final score. Rows = home goals, columns = away goals.

    Most likely scorelines

    1. 1.1-112%
    2. 2.2-19%
    3. 3.1-08%
    4. 4.1-28%
    5. 5.0-18%
    Expected goals
    1,43–1,38
    Both teams to score
    57%

    Over/under goals

    Expected goals: 2,8
    Under 2,547%
    @2.17EV+1%
    Over 2,553%
    @1.71

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    01 · 2 legs

    Safe

    • Double chance Nice or draw (1X)64%
    • Over 1.5 goals77%

    Combined probability

    50%

    Fair odds

    2.02

    Two legs pulling the same way — the probability is computed exactly from the score matrix, not multiplied.

    02 · 3 legs

    Balanced

    • Double chance Nice or draw (1X)64%
    • Over 2.5 goals53%
    • Nathan Ngoumou Minpole to score25%

    Combined probability

    –

    Fair odds

    –

    The whole slip is priced jointly via 20,000 simulated matches — the scorer interacts with result and total goals, never naive multiplication.

    03 · 4 legs

    Bold

    • Both teams to score57%
    • Over 2.5 goals53%
    • Jacobo Ortega Conde to score28%
    • Axel Laurent Angel Lambert Witsel to be booked19%

    Combined probability

    –

    Fair odds

    –

    The goal-fest: both teams score with at least three goals, plus the match's most likely scorer and card candidate — all priced jointly via 20,000 simulated matches.

    Odds & value

    The model's value spots

    Bets where the model's probability beats what the odds imply (EV+).

    • Under 3.569% probability@1.47LeoVegasEV+1%reference odds
    • Under 2.547% probability@2.17PinnacleEV+1%reference odds
    • Under 2.547% probability@2.16BetsafeEV+1%reference odds
    Bookmaker1 · NiceX2 · Strasbourg
    Betsafe2.303.452.95
    LeoVegas2.253.552.95
    Nordicbet2.303.452.95
    Pinnacle2.213.633.06

    Odds updated 4 Oct, 15:36

    Statistics

    Head-to-head

    4 matches
    Nice 1Draw 2Strasbourg 1
    Goals: 6–7 (⌀ 3,2)

    Head-to-head based on Ligue 1 data since 2022.

    xG & xGA per match — 3-game rolling average

    Solid line = created (xG), dashed = conceded (xGA).

    Nice
    Strasbourg
    When goals are scored and conceded — 2026
    Nice (3–6)
    Strasbourg (10–10)
    Pass networks

    Last 5 matches. Circle size = pass volume, line width = combinations between players. Attacking left to right.

    Nice
    Youssouf Ndayishimiye: 437 passningar, xT 0.31NdayishimiyeXavier Junior Mandza Tsiendi: 342 passningar, xT 0.31TsiendiMohamed Abdelmonem: 279 passningar, xT 0.4AbdelmonemGauthier Hein: 248 passningar, xT 0.42HeinJonathan Clauss: 199 passningar, xT 1.14ClaussYehvann Diouf: 185 passningar, xT 0.14DioufAxel Laurent Angel Lambert Witsel: 183 passningar, xT 0.01WitselDjibril Coulibaly: 168 passningar, xT 0.04CoulibalyAntoine Mendy: 114 passningar, xT 0.16MendySofiane Daouda Diop: 104 passningar, xT 0.45DiopMelvin Bard: 71 passningar, xT 0.02Bard
    Strasbourg
    Jeyland Yahir Mitchell Baltodano: 237 passningar, xT 0.19BaltodanoPape Demba Diop: 209 passningar, xT -0.06DiopFilip Jørgensen: 206 passningar, xT 0.11JørgensenGenesis Antwi: 173 passningar, xT 0.16AntwiIsmaël Landry Doukouré: 144 passningar, xT 0.08DoukouréJoaquín Martínez Gauna: 129 passningar, xT 0.13GaunaAlgot Sebastian Nanasi: 117 passningar, xT 0.91NanasiGiovanni Alejandro Reyna: 114 passningar, xT 0.17ReynaDiogo Lobão de Sousa: 105 passningar, xT 0.25SousaLucas Høgsberg: 96 passningar, xT 0.13HøgsbergGessime Yassine: 95 passningar, xT 0.53Yassine
    xT networks

    The same network weighted by offensive threat (xT): circle size = threat created by the player, line width = threat of the combinations. Last 5 matches, attacking left to right.

    Nice
    Youssouf Ndayishimiye: 437 passningar, xT 0.31NdayishimiyeXavier Junior Mandza Tsiendi: 342 passningar, xT 0.31TsiendiMohamed Abdelmonem: 279 passningar, xT 0.4AbdelmonemGauthier Hein: 248 passningar, xT 0.42HeinJonathan Clauss: 199 passningar, xT 1.14ClaussYehvann Diouf: 185 passningar, xT 0.14DioufAxel Laurent Angel Lambert Witsel: 183 passningar, xT 0.01WitselDjibril Coulibaly: 168 passningar, xT 0.04CoulibalyAntoine Mendy: 114 passningar, xT 0.16MendySofiane Daouda Diop: 104 passningar, xT 0.45DiopMelvin Bard: 71 passningar, xT 0.02Bard
    Strasbourg
    Jeyland Yahir Mitchell Baltodano: 237 passningar, xT 0.19BaltodanoPape Demba Diop: 209 passningar, xT -0.06DiopFilip Jørgensen: 206 passningar, xT 0.11JørgensenGenesis Antwi: 173 passningar, xT 0.16AntwiIsmaël Landry Doukouré: 144 passningar, xT 0.08DoukouréJoaquín Martínez Gauna: 129 passningar, xT 0.13GaunaAlgot Sebastian Nanasi: 117 passningar, xT 0.91NanasiGiovanni Alejandro Reyna: 114 passningar, xT 0.17ReynaDiogo Lobão de Sousa: 105 passningar, xT 0.25SousaLucas Høgsberg: 96 passningar, xT 0.13HøgsbergGessime Yassine: 95 passningar, xT 0.53Yassine

    The teams in numbers

    PerformanceNiceStrasbourg
    Points57
    xPoints4.65.5
    xG per match0.831.2
    xGA per match1.41.8
    xG within 8s of winning the ball0.090.21
    xGA within 8s of losing the ball0.460.34
    Playing styleNiceStrasbourg
    Build-up efficiency0.280.29
    Field tilt0.610.41
    xT per match0.990.73
    xTA per match1.11.3
    Won balls, offensive half2917
    Pressing intensity0.240.23
    Pressing efficiency0.260.23
    Pressing efficiency, offensive half0.20.2
    Entries into the box per match1512
    Entries into the box against1316
    Pass completion %0.830.8
    Pass completion % under pressure0.80.76
    Passes per match527382
    Passes against per match378457
    Switches of play per match34.919.4
    Long balls per match3724
    Set piecesNiceStrasbourg
    xG from free kicks0.010.01
    Corners per match5.81.8
    Corners against per match3.45.9
    xG per corner0.020.01
    xGA per corner against0.050.02
    First touch, offensive corners %0.310.44
    First touch, defensive corners %0.290.47
    OtherNiceStrasbourg
    Throw-in control0.770.73
    The goalkeepersYehvann Diouf (Nice)Filip Jørgensen (Strasbourg)
    Saves1721
    Save %74%68%
    xG prevented51%33%
    Claims0 (0%)0 (0%)

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who wins Nice vs Strasbourg according to our model?

    The model gives Nice a 43% win probability. Full 1X2 picture: Nice 43%, draw 24%, Strasbourg 32%.

    What is the most likely scoreline?

    The model's most likely final score is 1-1 at 12% probability.

    Over or under 2.5 goals?

    The model rates over 2.5 goals at 53% and under at 47%.

    Will both teams score?

    The probability of both teams scoring is 57% according to the model.

    Why are some legs locked in the bet builder?

    The same rules as the bookmakers’ builders: legs that contradict or already follow from your slip cannot be combined — for example correct score 2–1 with under 2.5 goals. The difference is that we don’t look the rules up in a table; we compute them straight from the score matrix.

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