Nice vs Metz Prediction | Ligue 1 | 17/05
France - Ligue 1
Nice Win
Market: Nice Win · @ 1.29
Last updated: 12-05-2026
Nice Form and Insights
Nice hosts Metz at the Allianz Riviera (Stade de Nice) for this Ligue 1 fixture. The match will kick off at 20:00 (UK Time) on 17/05/2026.
Their performance in the Ligue 1 so far:
7 Wins
10 Draws
16 Losses
Offensive and defensive statistics:
37 goals scored
1.12 average goals per match
60 goals conceded
1.82 average goals conceded per match
- 18/10/2026LyonNiceL2118/10/2026Ligue 1Lyon
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Nice2 - 1L - 11/10/2026NiceStrasbourgW2111/10/2026Ligue 1Nice
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Strasbourg2 - 1W - 20/09/2026NiceLilleW2120/09/2026Ligue 1Nice
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Lille2 - 1W - 12/09/2026AuxerreNiceL1012/09/2026Ligue 1Auxerre
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Nice1 - 0L - 05/09/2026NiceLe MansD1105/09/2026Ligue 1Nice
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Le Mans1 - 1D
The Maroons Form and Insights
Metz has played 33 matches in the Ligue 1 so far this season.
Here’s how the team comes into their match with Nice:
3 Wins
7 Draws
23 Losses
Goals scored and conceded:
32 goals scored
0.97 average goals per match
76 goals conceded
2.3 average goals conceded per match
- 17/10/2026MetzSochauxW3217/10/2026Ligue 2Metz
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Sochaux3 - 2W - 12/10/2026DijonMetzL4212/10/2026Ligue 2Dijon
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Metz4 - 2L - 19/09/2026MetzSaint-ÉtienneD2219/09/2026Ligue 2Metz
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Saint-Étienne2 - 2D - 14/09/2026Red StarMetzL1014/09/2026Ligue 2Red Star
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Metz1 - 0L - 05/09/2026MetzRodezW4105/09/2026Ligue 2Metz
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Rodez4 - 1W
Head-to-Head Statistics
We have seen the match between Nice and Metz on the match calendar 15 times across all competitions in the last couple of years.
Olympique Gymnaste Club Nice win - 11
Metz win - 4
Draw - 3
Nice
Home
Metz
Away
Points & Results
- PPG0.940.48
- 21%Wins9%
- 42%First to Score21%
Goals Scored & Conceded
- Scored/game1.120.97
- Conceded/game1.822.30
- xG1.231.12
- xGA1.681.69
Trends
- 61%Both Score52%
- 15%Clean Sheet18%
- 30%Failed to Score42%
Access all match stats for Nice vs Metz
The last match was played on 09/11/2025 in the Ligue 1, and Metz won the match. The match ended in 2–1.
In the table below, you can find the head-to-head results of the last few meetings.
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Players to Watch
APWin’s team of experts has compiled a list of insights to help you place informed bets on player props and goal-scoring markets.
The Eaglets Top Players
Sofiane Diop has scored 8 goals so far this season.
Jonathan Clauss has given 6 assists this season.
The Maroons Top Players
Gauthier Hein has scored 8 goals so far this season.
Gauthier Hein has given 7 assists this season.
Betting Insights for Cards and Corners
If you prefer betting on over/under markets for corners and cards, you can use the section below to find the statistics for this Nice vs Metz match.
Nice Cards and Corners
2.12 average cards per match
2.13 average cards when playing at home
10.7 average corners per match
11.13 average corners when playing at home
Metz Cards and Corners
1.73 average cards per match
2.13 average cards when playing away
9.36 average corners per match
9.5 average corners when playing away
Additional Betting Tips
After thorough analysis of the past data, our team of experts has come up with additional predictions for the match.
Keep in mind that the prediction on the top of the page is our main tip. In case you are looking for more value picks, you can use our additional predictions below.
Our prediction is: Nice to win the 1st half
Nice comes into their match with Metz with a lot going for them. Apart from being the superior side based on form and statistics, they also have the added advantage of being at home.
The odds for an outright home win on the 1X2 market are not that appealing, so we recommend taking Nice to win the first half to get the most value out of your bet.
Our prediction is: Under 2.5 goals in the match
If you're expecting Nice vs Metz to be a goal fest, think again.
We predict the total to remain under 2.5 goals in this match as neither side figures to have enough attacking firepower to give the opposition's defence much trouble.
Match Details
Match date: 17/05/2026
Kick-off time: 20:00
Competition: Ligue 1
Game week: 34
Stadium: Allianz Riviera (Stade de Nice)
How APWin Makes Its Predictions
Our football predictions are written using a structured analysis of factors that impact match outcomes. We combine long-term performance with the latest team news and real-time market signals to write our predictions.
Here's what we take into account:
Historical match data
Home and away performance trends
Recent form, squad news, and team dynamics
Betting market odds and line movement analysis
Nice Win
Market: Nice Win · @ 1.29
Last updated: 12-05-2026

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