Nice vs Lens: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 02 May

Nice
DDDDL
16th place in France Ligue 1
2
1-1
FT
02/05/2026 15:05
Lens
WDDWL
2nd place in France Ligue 1
France Ligue 1
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Nice vs Lens on 02 May 2026 (kick-off: 15:05) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Nice vs Lens preview before placing your bet.

  • Nice are currently 16th with 32 points after 34 matches.
  • Lens sit 2nd with 70 points from 34 matches.
  • Our algorithm prediction: Lens to win with probability 54%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Nice, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Lens have one win, while one match ended in a draw.
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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
favorite match
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2026-05-02

Nice vs Lens - Prediction & Odds

Nice
Nice
Lens
Lens
2026-05-02 15:05
23
23
54
2
2 - 1
2 - 1
3.00
1.65
FT
1-1 0-0
-
weather
16℃～17℃
STANDINGS UP TO 02/05/2026
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Paris Saint Germain (PSG) Paris Saint Germain (PSG)
76 34 24 4 6 74 29 45
02 Lens Lens
70 34 22 4 8 66 35 31
03 Lille Lille
61 34 18 7 9 52 37 15
04 Lyon Lyon
60 34 18 6 10 53 40 13
05 Marseille Marseille
59 34 18 5 11 63 45 18
06 Rennes Rennes
59 34 17 8 9 59 50 9
07 Monaco Monaco
54 34 16 6 12 60 54 6
08 Strasbourg Strasbourg
53 34 15 8 11 58 47 11
09 Lorient Lorient
45 34 11 12 11 48 51 -3
10 Toulouse Toulouse
44 33 12 8 13 47 46 1
11 Paris FC Paris FC
44 34 11 11 12 47 50 -3
12 Stade Brestois Stade Brestois
39 34 10 9 15 43 55 -12
13 Angers Angers
36 34 9 9 16 29 48 -19
14 Le Havre Le Havre
35 34 7 14 13 32 44 -12
15 AJ Auxerre AJ Auxerre
34 34 8 10 16 34 44 -10
16 Nice Nice
32 34 7 11 16 37 60 -23
17 Nantes Nantes
23 33 5 8 20 29 52 -23
18 Metz Metz
17 34 3 8 23 32 76 -44
Head To Head
14/12/2025 12:15
Lens Lens
2 - 0
Nice Nice
FRA D1
08/02/2025 12:00
Nice Nice
2 - 0
Lens Lens
FRA D1
28/09/2024 11:00
Lens Lens
0 - 0
Nice Nice
FRA D1
16/03/2024 16:00
Lens Lens
1 - 3
Nice Nice
FRA D1
20/12/2023 16:00
Nice Nice
2 - 0
Lens Lens
FRA D1
01/02/2023 16:00
Lens Lens
0 - 1
Nice Nice
FRA D1
Nice
4
67%
Draw
1
17%
Lens
1
17%
Nice Nice Last 6 matches
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
12/04/2026 11:15
Nice 1 - 1 Le Havre FRA D1
04/04/2026 11:00
Strasbourg 3 - 1 Nice FRA D1
21/03/2026 16:00
Nice 0 - 4 Paris Saint Germain (PSG) FRA D1
Win
17%
Draw
50%
Lost
33%
Last 6 matches Lens Lens
24/04/2026 14:45
Stade Brestois 3 - 3 Lens FRA D1
21/04/2026 15:10
Lens 4 - 1 Toulouse FRAC
17/04/2026 14:45
Lens 3 - 2 Toulouse FRA D1
11/04/2026 08:00
Lens 2 - 1 FC Rouen INT CF
04/04/2026 15:05
Lille 3 - 0 Lens FRA D1
20/03/2026 15:45
Lens 5 - 1 Angers FRA D1
Win
67%
Draw
17%
Lost
17%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues France Ligue 1
Played games
Nice
Nice
156
 Lens
Lens
147
Goals
Scored
221
Avg. per game
1.42
Conceded
191
Avg. per game
1.22
Scored
268
Avg. per game
1.82
Conceded
155
Avg. per game
1.05
Scored a goal
In last 6 home matches
YesNo
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 6 home matches
NoYes
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 156 home matches
YesNo
118 (76%)38 (24%)
In last 156 home matches
NoYes
120 (82%)27 (18%)
Nice

Nice

Recent matches

Lens

Lens

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

/Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Nice Nice
Lens Lens
Shots
Nice
Nice
Total shots
13.31 avg / game
Blocked
387 total
Avg. 3.49
Lens
Lens
Total shots
14.91 avg / game
Blocked
358 total
Avg. 3.58
Nice Nice Pass Lens Lens
Total passes
61276
Avg. 482 / game
Accurate
85%
Ball possession
52%
Total passes
56080
Avg. 488 / game
Accurate
84%
Ball possession
53%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Nice
Nice
14662
Avg. 93.99 / game
 Lens
Lens
14283
Avg. 97.16 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Nice
Nice
6673
Avg. 42.78 / game
 Lens
Lens
6867
Avg. 46.71 / game
OTHERS
Nice
Nice
156
Played games
Lens
Lens
147
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.28
43
Clean sheets
52
0.35
4.99
778
Corners
744
5.06
14.28
2228
Throw-ins
2186
14.87
1.35
210
Offsides
228
1.55
2.29
357
GK saves
288
1.96
Nice
Nice
DISCIPLINARY
Lens
Lens
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.50
234
Yellow card
222
1.51
0.09
14
Red card
16
0.11
9.56
1491
Fouls
1530
10.41
12.63
1971
Tackles
1682
11.44
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How We Build the Nice vs Lens Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Nice vs Lens on 02 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 France Ligue 1 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.

Nice vs Lens Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Nice's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Lens'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.

France Ligue 1 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 France Ligue 1 standings and the France Ligue 1 form table to understand exactly where Nice and Lens 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 France Ligue 1 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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