Lens vs Nice: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 May

Lens

No standing data

3-1

Lens
Win Probability 56%

22/05/2026 15:00

Nice

No standing data

French Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Lens vs Nice on 22 May 2026 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Lens vs Nice preview before placing your bet.

Lens will face Nice in French Cup on May 22, 2026 at 15:00.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.60.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:00

2026-05-22

Lens vs Nice - Prediction & Odds

Lens

Nice

2026-05-22 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 22/05/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Lens and Nice in the French Cup football standings for the 2025-2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

02/05/2026 15:05

Nice

1 - 1

Lens

FRA D1

14/12/2025 12:15

Lens

2 - 0

Nice

FRA D1

08/02/2025 12:00

Nice

2 - 0

Lens

FRA D1

28/09/2024 11:00

Lens

0 - 0

Nice

FRA D1

16/03/2024 16:00

Lens

1 - 3

Nice

FRA D1

20/12/2023 16:00

Nice

2 - 0

Lens

FRA D1

Nice

50%

Draw

33%

Lens

17%

Lens Last 6 matches

17/05/2026 15:00

Lyon 0 - 4 Lens

FRA D1

13/05/2026 15:00

Lens 0 - 2 Paris Saint Germain (PSG)

FRA D1

08/05/2026 14:45

Lens 1 - 0 Nantes

FRA D1

02/05/2026 15:05

Nice 1 - 1 Lens

FRA D1

24/04/2026 14:45

Stade Brestois 3 - 3 Lens

FRA D1

21/04/2026 15:10

Lens 4 - 1 Toulouse

FRAC

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Nice

17/05/2026 15:00

Nice 0 - 0 Metz

FRA D1

10/05/2026 15:00

AJ Auxerre 2 - 1 Nice

FRA D1

02/05/2026 15:05

Nice 1 - 1 Lens

FRA D1

26/04/2026 14:45

Marseille 1 - 1 Nice

FRA D1

22/04/2026 15:00

Strasbourg 0 - 2 Nice

FRAC

18/04/2026 15:05

Lille 0 - 0 Nice

FRA D1

Win

17%

Draw

67%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues French Cup

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Lens

Nice

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored

Avg. per game

0.48

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.76

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

0 (0%)6 (100%)

In last 20 home matches

YesNo

13 (65%)7 (35%)

In last 20 home matches

NoYes

8 (32%)17 (68%)

Lens

Recent matches

Nice

Under /Over

(75%)15 5(25%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)19 6(24%)

Under /Over

(45%)9 11(55%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(36%)9 16(64%)

Under /Over

(40%)8 12(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(48%)12 13(52%)

/Yes

(50%)10 10(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)15 10(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Lens

Nice

Shots

Lens

Total shots

17.22 avg / game

Blocked

68 total

Avg. 4.00

Nice

Total shots

13.56 avg / game

Blocked

87 total

Avg. 3.95

Lens Pass Nice

Total passes

9276

Avg. 488 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

10271

Avg. 411 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Lens

Played games

Nice

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.40

Clean sheets

0.16

6.75

135

Corners

137

5.48

16.80

336

Throw-ins

433

17.32

1.95

Offsides

2.00

1.75

GK saves

3.16

Lens

DISCIPLINARY

Nice

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.40

1.76

0.10

0.08

12.25

245

Fouls

288

11.52

10.90

218

Tackles

244

9.76

NEXT MATCHES

08/16

Lens

Paris Saint Germain (PSG)

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Lens vs Nice Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Lens vs Nice on 22 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this French Cup fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Lens vs Nice Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Lens's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Nice's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

French Cup Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live French Cup standings and the French Cup form table to understand exactly where Lens and Nice sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our French Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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