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Nice vs Saint Etienne

Allianz Riviera, Nice21 December 2025 at 13:45
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Nice
Saint Etienne
Kick Off
Z. Diallo

assist: J. Clauss

11′
45′
Z. Davitashvili

Penalty

Half Time
55′Benjamin Old
61′Mahmoud Jaber
T. NdombeleT. Gouveia
63′
Z. DialloB. Nguene
63′
M. Sanson
72′
77′
P. EymardN. El Jamali
78′
F. TardieuI. Miladinovic
S. DiopG. Bernardeau
82′
Morgan Sanson87′
Mohamed-Ali Cho90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal5
1Shots off Goal7
8Total Shots17
1Blocked Shots5
8Shots insidebox8
0Shots outsidebox9
12Fouls10
5Corner Kicks0
1Offsides1
36%Ball Possession64%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves5
400Total passes724
325Passes accurate658
81%Passes %91%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Nice is 7.01, compared to — for Saint Etienne. 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 S. Diop (7.60), while Saint Etienne's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Nice have contributed 4 goals and 4 assists this season, led by S. Diop (2G). Saint Etienne's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Nice deploy 4 defenders rated 7.14 on average, against Saint Etienne's 4-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 5 midfielders averaging 6.92, versus Saint Etienne's 3 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 1 forward(s) averaging 6.60, compared to 3 for Saint Etienne 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 79% for Nice and —% for Saint Etienne. 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 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Saint Etienne. 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 25.5 (youngest: J. Bah (19), oldest: J. Clauss (33)), while Saint Etienne average 26.0 (youngest: M. Nade (26), oldest: M. Nade (26)). 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 4 league appearances each, versus 0 for Saint Etienne. 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.

Nice4-2-3-14-3-3Saint Etienne
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Dupe2Clauss5Bah4Peprah3Bard6Samed7Ndombele11Cho8Sanson10Diop9Diallo1Larsonn.6Bernauer2Pedro3Nade11Old4Eymard5Jaber10Tardieu8Boakye9Stassin7Davitas.

Substitutes

Coach: Claude Puel

Substitutes

Coach: Philippe Montanier

NicePosition StrengthSaint Etienne
7.01
Avg Rating
7.33Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.14Defender (4 v 4)
0G 4A0G 0A
6.92Midfielder (5 v 3)
3G 0A0G 0A
6.60Forward (1 v 3)
1G 0A0G 0A
Nice4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperM. Dupe7.3
2DefenderJ. Clauss7.54A
5DefenderJ. Bah6.9
4DefenderK. Peprah6.8
3DefenderM. Bard7.3
6MidfielderS. Abdul Samed6.6
7MidfielderT. Ndombele6.5
11MidfielderM. Cho7.0
8MidfielderM. Sanson6.91G
10MidfielderS. Diop7.62G
9ForwardZ. Diallo6.61G
Saint Etienne4-3-3
1GoalkeeperG. Larsonneur
6DefenderM. Bernauer
2DefenderK. Pedro
3DefenderM. Nade
11DefenderB. Old
4MidfielderP. Eymard
5MidfielderM. Jaber
10MidfielderF. Tardieu
8ForwardA. Boakye
9ForwardL. Stassin
7ForwardZ. Davitashvili

Match Summary

Nice defeated Saint Etienne 2:1. The match was played in Coupe de France 2025. Goals were scored by Z. Diallo 11′, Z. Davitashvili 45′ (pen.), M. Sanson 72′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Nice had 36% possession while Saint Etienne held 64%. Nice had 8 shots (6 on target) compared to 17 (5 on target) for Saint Etienne. Nice made 3 substitutions, Saint Etienne made 2.

Rivalry since 2010

Nice vs Saint Etienne Head to Head Results

26 stretnutí
Nice
13
wins
Drawn
4
Saint Etienne
9
wins
Total goals
78 · 3.0/match
Both scored
11/26 · 42%
Over 2.5
13/26 · 50%

Recent Form

Nice

DDWDDL

Saint Etienne

LDWLDL

Match Prediction

Nice

50%

Home win

 

50%

Draw

Saint Etienne

0%

Away win

Model advice

Combo Double chance : Nice or draw and +1.5 goals

0%Form100%
0%Attack100%
100%Defence0%
93%Head-to-head7%
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026