Why we back Lyon
Lyon have scored 8 and conceded 2 at home and won four of the last five meetings. Nice have not scored away from home. Lyon played on Thursday, so we keep double chance as the main tip.
Ligue 1 · Sunday 18 October 2026 · 19:45
Lyon vs Nice Prediction, Tips and Odds – 18 October 2026
LyonHome19:45Sun 18 Oct
NiceAway
Our tipLyon or draw (1X)
Odds1.19
Our chance82%
Why we picked it
Lyon have scored 8 and conceded 2 at home, and Nice have not scored away all season.
Odds of 1.19 give about a 84% chance, in line with our 82% estimate.
Match result chances
Lyon win 60%Draw 22%Nice win 18%
All markets for this match
Double chance Main tipLyon or draw (1X)82%1.221.19
Match resultLyon win60%1.671.67
Lyon have won four of the last five meetings with Nice.
Fair odds are what our chance is worth: 100 ÷ chance. When the bookmaker pays more, we mark it as value.
Form, last 5 matches
LyonDWWLWBeat Crystal Palace 3-2 on Thursday
NiceLDLWWTwo wins in a row at home
Oldest on the left, most recent on the right.
Head to head
Lyon 3 · Draw 0 · Nice 1Ligue 1 Feb 2026Lyon 2–0 Nice
Ligue 1 Oct 2025Nice 3–2 Lyon
Ligue 1 Mar 2025Nice 0–2 Lyon
Ligue 1 Dec 2024Lyon 4–1 Nice
Team news
Lyon
Openda, Niakhaté and Ouédraogo are out. Nuamah has 3 league goals.
Nice
Abergel and Mendy are out. Nice have not scored in their two away games.
Lyon vs Nice: FAQs
When is Lyon vs Nice?
Lyon vs Nice (Ligue 1) is on Sunday 18 October 2026, kick-off 19:45 (GMT+0100).
What is the best pick for Lyon vs Nice?
Our main tip is Lyon or draw (1X) at odds of 1.19, which we rate at a 82% chance. Lyon have scored 8 and conceded 2 at home, and Nice have not scored away all season.
Who will win Lyon vs Nice?
We give Lyon a 60% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Nice 18%. Lyon are clear favourites.
What other tips do you have for Lyon vs Nice?
We also like: Lyon to win (60%).
What is your best pick for Sunday 18 October?
Our Banker of the Day is Real Madrid vs Sevilla: Real Madrid to win at odds of 1.22.
Odds are a guide and may change before kick-off. Predictions are opinions, not guarantees. 18+ only.