Nice vs Metz: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Nice
DDDDL
16th place in France Ligue 1
1
0-0
FT
17/05/2026 15:00
Metz
LLDLL
18th place in France Ligue 1
France Ligue 1
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Nice vs Metz on 17 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 Nice vs Metz preview before placing your bet.

  • Nice will face Metz in France Ligue 1 on May 17, 2026 at 15:00.
  • Nice are currently 16th with 32 points after 34 matches.
  • Metz sit 18th with 17 points from 34 matches.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.33.
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
15:00

2026-05-17

Nice vs Metz - Prediction & Odds

Nice
Nice
Metz
Metz
2026-05-17 15:00
68
19
13
1
2 - 1
2 - 1
2.75
1.33
FT
0-0 0-0
-
weather
8℃～9℃
STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2026
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
09/11/2025 12:15
Metz Metz
2 - 1
Nice Nice
FRA D1
27/01/2024 11:59
Nice Nice
1 - 0
Metz Metz
FRA D1
07/10/2023 11:00
Metz Metz
0 - 1
Nice Nice
FRA D1
23/01/2022 08:00
Metz Metz
0 - 2
Nice Nice
FRA D1
27/11/2021 16:00
Nice Nice
0 - 1
Metz Metz
FRA D1
21/02/2021 10:00
Nice Nice
1 - 2
Metz Metz
FRA D1
Metz
2
33%
Draw
0
0%
Nice
4
67%
Nice Nice Last 6 matches
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
12/04/2026 11:15
Nice 1 - 1 Le Havre
FRA D1
Win
17%
Draw
67%
Lost
17%
Last 6 matches Metz Metz
10/05/2026 15:00
Metz 0 - 4 Lorient
FRA D1
02/05/2026 13:00
Metz 1 - 2 Monaco
FRA D1
29/04/2026 05:30
Seraing United 1 - 1 Metz
INT CF
26/04/2026 11:15
Le Havre 4 - 4 Metz
FRA D1
19/04/2026 11:15
Metz 1 - 3 Paris FC
FRA D1
10/04/2026 15:05
Marseille 3 - 1 Metz
FRA D1
Win
0%
Draw
33%
Lost
67%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues France Ligue 1

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

Played games
Nice
Nice
34
 Metz
Metz
34
Goals
Scored
18
Avg. per game
0.53
Conceded
31
Avg. per game
0.91
Scored
18
Avg. per game
0.53
Conceded
42
Avg. per game
1.24
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 34 matches
YesNo
16 (47%)18 (53%)
In last 34 matches
NoYes
14 (41%)20 (59%)
Nice

Nice

Recent matches

Metz

Metz

Under /Over

(76%)26 8(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(74%)25 9(26%)

Under /Over

(41%)14 20(59%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(41%)14 20(59%)

Under /Over

(38%)13 21(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)19 15(44%)

/Yes

(59%)20 14(41%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)17 17(50%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Nice Nice
Metz Metz
Shots
Nice
Nice
Total shots
11.24 avg / game
Blocked
98 total
Avg. 3.06
Metz
Metz
Total shots
10.12 avg / game
Blocked
85 total
Avg. 2.93
Nice Nice Pass Metz Metz
Total passes
14176
Avg. 417 / game
Accurate
82%
Ball possession
46%
Total passes
15342
Avg. 451 / game
Accurate
85%
Ball possession
49%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Nice
Nice
3012
Avg. 88.59 / game
 Metz
Metz
2841
Avg. 83.56 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Nice
Nice
1289
Avg. 37.91 / game
 Metz
Metz
1251
Avg. 36.79 / game
OTHERS
Nice
Nice
34
Played games
Metz
Metz
34
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.18
6
Clean sheets
7
0.21
5.09
173
Corners
144
4.24
17.18
584
Throw-ins
558
16.41
1.79
61
Offsides
46
1.35
3.35
114
GK saves
123
3.62
Nice
Nice
DISCIPLINARY
Metz
Metz
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.94
66
Yellow card
54
1.59
0.09
3
Red card
4
0.12
12.29
418
Fouls
387
11.38
9.35
318
Tackles
360
10.59
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How We Build the Nice vs Metz Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Nice vs Metz on 17 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 Metz 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 Metz'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 Metz 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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