Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Ligue 1 match.
Stade Brestois' commendable performances in October lead them into their home clash against OGC Nice having a five-match unbeaten streak. Bookmakers offer no clear favourite, although the hosts appear to be in more stable form, while the visitors are adjusting to their new manager.
Stade Brestois
Last week, Stade Brestois surprisingly took a point from Bayer 04 Leverkusen (1:1) in the Champions League. Against the reigning German champions, they showed no fear on foreign soil and deservedly equalised after conceding early (11-8 in shots). They now hold seven points from a possible nine in European competition. Against Reims (2:1), Stade Brestois benefitted from an early goal and assist from Romain Faivre by the 18th minute, with the xG difference being significant (1.50 vs 0.79).
OGC Nice
Over the weekend, Nice unexpectedly defeated AS Monaco (2:1), ending a six-game winless streak. On the other hand, they had luck with Vanderson Campos's red card, and prior they lost to Ferencváros in Budapest in the Europa League (0:1). Nice continue without Tanguy Ndombélé, Terem Moffi, and Morgan Sanson—promising attacks lacking the experience of injured players.
Stade Brestois vs OGC Nice Prediction
Since April 2023, Stade Brestois have not lost to Nice, keeping clean sheets in all three encounters (1:0, 0:0, and 0:0). It's less risky to pick a double chance on the hosts.
