A crucial contest in the lower half of the France Ligue 1, Playoffs table takes place at Allianz Riviera on 29 May 2026, where Nice host Saint-Etienne. Kickoff is scheduled for . With both sides currently battling near the relegation zone, this fixture could play an important role in the survival race.
Nice usually set up with a defensive mindset.
Saint-Etienne tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.
Nice have faced difficulties in recent matches and need to improve quickly. This could start to affect confidence within the squad.
Likewise, Saint-Etienne are under pressure after a string of poor results. If this trend continues, their position may come under threat.
Saint-Etienne's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
Nice have experienced ups and downs in recent defensive performances. Concentration at the back will be key.
In contrast, Saint-Etienne boast one of the strongest recent defensive records. Opponents are finding it hard to break them down.
A huge contrast in clean sheet potential, heavily favouring home games for Saint-Etienne.
Nice have been involved in low-scoring games recently. Breaking down games has been a challenge.
However, Saint-Etienne's matches have generally been low-scoring affairs. They often prioritise defensive structure.
A rare pattern, with Saint-Etienne's goals flowing more freely in away fixtures.
Nice continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
In contrast, Saint-Etienne have struggled to score goals in recent games. Goals are proving hard to come by.
A surprising trend, with Saint-Etienne's goals coming much more frequently in away fixtures.
