Nice vs Real Sociedad Prediction 25 Sep 2024

⚽ Europa League - League phase - Round 1 Preview

📅 25 Sep 2024

⏰ 20:00 GMT +1

🏟 Allianz Riviera (Nice)

Nice is looking to carry the momentum from an impressive 8-0 victory over Saint-Etienne into their UEFA Europa League opener. This emphatic win marks just the third time in the club's history they've secured such a commanding margin in Ligue 1. Now, they aim to advance to the knockout stage of the Europa League for the first time since 2017/18. Facing Real Sociedad for the first time in a competitive match, Nice must overcome a history of struggles in the tournament, having lost five of their last six group-stage games.

Real Sociedad also faces challenges as they arrive with a poor recent record in European competitions, failing to win any of their last four matches (D2, L2). The pressure is heightened by two consecutive losses to French teams, leaving them winless in six matches against French opposition in major European competitions (D1, L5). They have struggled offensively, failing to score in their last three away games, including a recent 0-0 draw against Real Valladolid in La Liga.

Where to watch Nice vs Real Sociedad?

📺 Link to watch Nice vs Real Sociedad Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Mohamed-Ali Cho (Nice): The forward has scored two goals for Nice, both coming in the first half of matches.
• Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad): Although he hasn't scored this season, Oyarzabal is experienced in European competitions, netting seven goals in 28 appearances.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Nice has won just one of their last six Europa League group stage matches (W1, L5).
• Sociedad is winless in their last six matches against French sides (D1, L5).
• None of Sociedad's last six competitive away matches saw both teams score.

💡 Nice vs Real Sociedad Prediction

With Nice's recent form and a resounding victory in their last match, they are likely to carry that energy into this game. On the other hand, Real Sociedad's struggles away from home and their inability to find the net recently could hinder their chances. A close match is expected, with Nice possibly edging out a narrow victory, 2-1.

Nice vs Real Sociedad Betting Tips

• Nice to win
• Over 1.5 goals
• Both teams to score: No