Nice vs Lens: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 December

Nice
WDWWL
5th place in France Ligue 1
1
2-0
FT
20/12/2023 16:00
Lens
LWLWD
7th place in France Ligue 1
France Ligue 1
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Nice vs Lens on 20 December 2023 (kick-off: 16:00) 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 5th with 55 points after 34 matches.
  • Lens sit 7th with 51 points from 34 matches.
  • Our algorithm prediction: Nice to win with probability 41%.
  • 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.
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Live coef.
Weather
favorite match
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2023-12-20

Nice vs Lens - Prediction & Odds

Nice
Nice
Lens
Lens
2023-12-20 16:00
41
30
29
1
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.25
2.18
FT
2-0 0-0
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weather
11℃～12℃
STANDINGS UP TO 20/12/2023
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Paris Saint Germain (PSG) Paris Saint Germain (PSG)
76 34 22 10 2 81 33 48
02 Monaco Monaco
67 34 20 7 7 68 42 26
03 Stade Brestois Stade Brestois
61 34 17 10 7 53 34 19
04 Lille Lille
59 34 16 11 7 52 34 18
05 Nice Nice
55 34 15 10 9 40 29 11
06 Lyon Lyon
53 34 16 5 13 49 55 -6
07 Lens Lens
51 34 14 9 11 45 37 8
08 Marseille Marseille
50 34 13 11 10 52 41 11
09 Reims Reims
47 34 13 8 13 42 47 -5
10 Rennes Rennes
46 34 12 10 12 53 46 7
11 Toulouse Toulouse
43 34 11 10 13 42 46 -4
12 Montpellier Montpellier
41 34 10 12 12 43 48 -5
13 Strasbourg Strasbourg
39 34 10 9 15 38 50 -12
14 Nantes Nantes
33 34 9 6 19 30 55 -25
15 Le Havre Le Havre
32 34 7 11 16 34 45 -11
16 Metz Metz
29 34 8 5 21 35 58 -23
17 Lorient Lorient
29 34 7 8 19 43 66 -23
18 Clermont Clermont
25 34 5 10 19 26 60 -34
Head To Head
01/02/2023 16:00
Lens Lens
0 - 1
Nice Nice
FRA D1
29/12/2022 16:00
Nice Nice
0 - 0
Lens Lens
FRA D1
10/04/2022 11:05
Lens Lens
3 - 0
Nice Nice
FRA D1
22/12/2021 16:00
Nice Nice
2 - 1
Lens Lens
FRA D1
23/01/2021 11:59
Lens Lens
0 - 1
Nice Nice
FRA D1
23/08/2020 11:00
Nice Nice
2 - 1
Lens Lens
FRA D1
Nice
4
67%
Draw
1
17%
Lens
1
17%
Nice Nice Last 6 matches
16/12/2023 11:59
Le Havre 3 - 1 Nice FRA D1
10/12/2023 08:00
Nice 2 - 1 Reims FRA D1
02/12/2023 16:00
Nantes 1 - 0 Nice FRA D1
26/11/2023 08:00
Nice 1 - 0 Toulouse FRA D1
10/11/2023 16:00
Montpellier 0 - 0 Nice FRA D1
05/11/2023 15:45
Nice 2 - 0 Rennes FRA D1
Win
50%
Draw
17%
Lost
33%
Last 6 matches Lens Lens
16/12/2023 16:00
Lens 2 - 0 Reims FRA D1
12/12/2023 13:45
Lens 2 - 1 Sevilla UEFA CL
08/12/2023 16:00
Montpellier 0 - 0 Lens FRA D1
02/12/2023 11:59
Lens 3 - 2 Lyon FRA D1
29/11/2023 16:00
Arsenal 6 - 0 Lens UEFA CL
25/11/2023 11:59
Clermont 0 - 3 Lens 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
155
 Lens
Lens
146
Goals
Scored
220
Avg. per game
1.42
Conceded
188
Avg. per game
1.21
Scored
265
Avg. per game
1.82
Conceded
154
Avg. per game
1.05
Scored a goal
In last 6 home matches
YesNo
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 6 home matches
NoYes
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 155 home matches
YesNo
117 (75%)38 (25%)
In last 155 home matches
NoYes
119 (82%)27 (18%)
Nice

Nice

Recent matches

Lens

Lens

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)
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
14.93 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. 94.59 / game
 Lens
Lens
14228
Avg. 97.45 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Nice
Nice
6673
Avg. 43.05 / game
 Lens
Lens
6821
Avg. 46.72 / game
OTHERS
Nice
Nice
155
Played games
Lens
Lens
146
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.28
43
Clean sheets
52
0.36
5.02
778
Corners
741
5.08
14.37
2228
Throw-ins
2186
14.97
1.35
210
Offsides
228
1.56
2.30
357
GK saves
288
1.97
Nice
Nice
DISCIPLINARY
Lens
Lens
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.51
234
Yellow card
221
1.51
0.09
14
Red card
16
0.11
9.62
1491
Fouls
1530
10.48
12.72
1971
Tackles
1682
11.52
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How We Build the Nice vs Lens Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Nice vs Lens on 20 December 2023 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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