7 May 2022 at 19:00
Match Summary
Nantes defeated Nice 1:0. The match was played in Coupe de France 2021. Goals were scored by L. Blas 47′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Nice had 59% possession while Nantes held 41%. Nice had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (3 on target) for Nantes. Nice made 4 substitutions, Nantes made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Nice and Nantes — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Nice had 59% possession against Nantes's 41%. Nice registered 11 shots (3 on target) while Nantes managed 13 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–9. Fouls committed: 15–11.
Lineups
Nice lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under C. Galtier, while Nantes deployed a 3-5-2 under A. Kombouare.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Nice is 7.15, compared to — for Nantes. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Nice's highest-rated starter is Dante (7.70), while Nantes's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Nice deploy 4 defenders rated 7.49 on average, against Nantes's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Nice field 4 midfielders averaging 6.80, versus Nantes's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Nice start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Nantes averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 88% for Nice and —% for Nantes. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Nice's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Nantes. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Nice's starting XI is 30.3 (youngest: M. Bard (25), oldest: Dante (42)), while Nantes average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Nice's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for Nantes. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: C. Galtier
Substitutes
Coach: A. Kombouare
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Nice have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Nantes show 0 wins, 3 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Nice vs Nantes Head to Head Results
Nice and Nantes have met 28 times — Nice won 10, Nantes won 9, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2013. Nice leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 28 meetings. A combined 70 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (38 for the home side, 32 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 19 matches (68%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (46%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Nice are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2014.
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Recent Meetings (28)
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