Nice vs St Etienne Prediction 20 Sep 2024

⚽ Ligue 1 - Round 5 Preview

📅 20 Sep 2024

⏰ 19:45 GMT +1

🏟 Allianz Riviera (Nice)

Nice's start under new manager Franck Haise has been disappointing, with only one win in their first four games (D1, L2) despite taking the lead in all but one match. Their defense has struggled, failing to keep a clean sheet so far this season. Haise's team has also struggled to equalize after falling behind. With a strong home record against St. Etienne, having lost only once in the last seven home encounters (W4, D2), Nice will look to build momentum ahead of their UEFA Europa League campaign.

St. Etienne, promoted via the play-offs last season, had a rough start to their Ligue 1 campaign, losing their first three games without scoring. They secured their first goal and win with a 1-0 victory over Lille on matchday four. They are still the lowest scorers in the league but will aim for back-to-back wins for the first time since February 2022. Manager Olivier Dall'Oglio has a solid track record against Nice, with just one loss in his last eight games against them (W4, D3).

Where to watch Nice vs St Etienne?

📺 Link to watch Nice vs St Etienne Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch: Jonathan Clauss (Nice), Pierre Cornud (St Etienne)

⚡️Match Facts: Nice have won only three of their nine league home games in 2024 (D2, L4). St. Etienne has not won back-to-back top-flight games since February 2022.

💡 Nice vs St Etienne Prediction

Nice will be eager to turn their season around and capitalize on their strong home form against St. Etienne. Despite their recent struggles, Nice’s superior squad and historical success against St. Etienne should help them secure a victory. St. Etienne’s recent win may give them some confidence, but they are unlikely to overcome Nice’s home advantage and solid track record in their encounters.

Nice vs St Etienne Betting Tips

• Nice to win
• Both teams to score
• Over 2.5 total goals