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

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 vs Metz: Starting Lineups Time : 17/05/2026 15:00

Nice
0 - 0
Finished
Metz
87' event Tom Louchet / Morgan Sanson
78' event Kevin Carlos Omoruyi Benjamin / Jonathan Clauss
75' event Kojo Peprah Oppong
72' event Isak Jansson / Sofiane Diop
46' event Hichem Boudaoui / Charles Vanhoutte
46' event Mohamed Ali-Cho / Kail Boudache
35' event Sepe Elye Wahi
event 85' Urie-Michel Mboula / Alpha Toure
event 75' Jahyann Pandore / Giorgi Abuashvili
event 73' Boubacar Traore
event 65' Boubacar Traore / Benjamin Stambouli
event 65' Jean-Philippe Gbamin / Believe Munongo
87' event Tom Louchet / Morgan Sanson
event 85' Urie-Michel Mboula / Alpha Toure
78' event Kevin Carlos Omoruyi Benjamin / Jonathan Clauss
event 75' Jahyann Pandore / Giorgi Abuashvili
75' event Kojo Peprah Oppong
event 73' Boubacar Traore
72' event Isak Jansson / Sofiane Diop
event 65' Boubacar Traore / Benjamin Stambouli
46' event Hichem Boudaoui / Charles Vanhoutte
event 65' Jean-Philippe Gbamin / Believe Munongo
46' event Mohamed Ali-Cho / Kail Boudache
35' event Sepe Elye Wahi
Nice Nice
Substitutions
#6 Hichem Boudaoui
#25 Mohamed Ali-Cho
#20 Tom Louchet
#90 Kevin Carlos Omoruyi Benjamin
#21 Isak Jansson
#55 Youssouf Ndayishimiye
#31 Maxime Dupe
#99 Salis Abdul Samed
#28 Abdulay Juma Bah
Nice Nice Metz Metz
22Shots16
4Shots on Goal4
11Fouls15
10Corner Kick4
15Free kick11
2Offside2
2Yellow card1
35Aerial23
4Save4
13Successful Tackles14
5Interceptions6
15Long pass35
11Successful center7
5Substitution4
11Shots off goal6
19Head Success10
7Blocked6
12Tackle14
5Dribbles8
18Throw-in13
479Passes509
117Attacks108
58Dangerous attacks38
5Corner Kicks(HT)3
14ShotsInsideBox10
8ShotsOutsideBox6
56DuelsWon51
1.5ExpectedGoals0.73
1.16xGOpenPlay0.53
1.5xGNonPenalty0.73
0.18xGOT1.05
30Touches In Opposition Box21
29AccurateCrosses18
37GroundDuelsWon41
19AerialDuelsWon10
13Clearances37
Metz Metz
Substitutions
#4 Urie-Michel Mboula
#8 Boubacar Traore
#5 Jean-Philippe Gbamin
#35 Jahyann Pandore
#29 Ismael Guerti
#30 Habib Diallo
#97 Fode Ballo Toure
#39 Kouao Kouao Koffi
#16 Romain Jean-Baptiste
Commentary
87' Nice — substitution: Tom Louchet / Morgan Sanson
85' Metz — substitution: Urie-Michel Mboula / Alpha Toure
78' Nice — substitution: Kevin Carlos Omoruyi Benjamin / Jonathan Clauss
75' Kojo Peprah Oppong - Nice receive a yellow card
75' Metz — substitution: Jahyann Pandore / Giorgi Abuashvili
73' Boubacar Traore - Metz receive a yellow card
72' Nice — substitution: Isak Jansson / Sofiane Diop
65' Metz — substitution: Boubacar Traore / Benjamin Stambouli
65' Metz — substitution: Jean-Philippe Gbamin / Believe Munongo
46' Nice — substitution: Hichem Boudaoui / Charles Vanhoutte
46' Nice — substitution: Mohamed Ali-Cho / Kail Boudache
35' Sepe Elye Wahi - Nice receive a yellow card

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 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.

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 standings and the 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 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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