Ligue 1· Season 2025
Match Summary
Auxerre defeated Nice 2:1. The match was played in Ligue 1 2025. Goals were scored by S. Diop 9′, S. Mara 27′, L. Sinayoko 70′. 1 yellow card was shown. Auxerre had 52% possession while Nice held 48%. Auxerre had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (6 on target) for Nice. Expected goals: Auxerre 0.84 — Nice 1.33. Auxerre made 4 substitutions, Nice made 5.
Match Events
assist: N. Ahamada
Match Statistics
Auxerre had 52% possession against Nice's 48%. Auxerre registered 12 shots (4 on target) while Nice managed 10 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 10–1. Fouls committed: 15–9.
Lineups
Auxerre lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Christophe Pelissier, while Nice deployed a 5-4-1 under Claude Puel.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Auxerre is 6.85, compared to 6.79 for Nice. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Auxerre's highest-rated starter is B. Okoh (7.12), while Nice's best-rated player is J. Clauss (7.00).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Auxerre have contributed 24 goals and 14 assists this season, led by L. Sinayoko (10G). Nice's starters account for 19 goals and 17 assists, spearheaded by S. Diop (8G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Auxerre deploy 4 defenders rated 6.87 on average, against Nice's 5-man backline averaging 6.83. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Auxerre field 3 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus Nice's 4 rated 6.70. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Auxerre start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.75, compared to 1 for Nice averaging 6.78. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 79% for Auxerre and 83% for Nice. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Auxerre's starters have collected 40 yellow cards this season, compared to 40 for Nice. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Auxerre's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: K. Danois (21), oldest: D. Leon (33)), while Nice average 24.8 (youngest: J. Bah (19), oldest: J. Clauss (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Auxerre's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 29 for Nice. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Christophe Pelissier
Substitutes
Coach: Claude Puel
Auxerre and Nice have met 10 times — Auxerre won 3, Nice won 4, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Nice leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 10 meetings. A combined 25 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (12 for the home side, 13 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (70%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (40%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2018.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
Match Prediction
Injuries & Suspensions
Auxerre
- DoubtfulN. Buayi-Kiala
- DoubtfulO. El Azzouzi
- DoubtfulR. Faivre
- DoubtfulF. Oppegard
- DoubtfulN. Buayi-Kiala
- DoubtfulO. El Azzouzi
- DoubtfulR. Faivre
- DoubtfulF. Oppegard
Nice
- DoubtfulM. Abdelmonem
- DoubtfulM. Bombito
- DoubtfulE. Pereira
- DoubtfulM. Abdelmonem
- DoubtfulM. Bombito
- DoubtfulE. Pereira
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Auxerre
2.47
1xBet
Draw
3.48
1xBet
Nice
3.10
1xBet
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
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Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
2.8
Average goals per game
60%
Games with 3+ goals
90%
Both teams scored
Head-to-Head Record
Auxerre dominatesHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Potential Betting Value Detected
Historical win rate (80%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (39%) — the odds may underestimate Auxerre.
Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.
Market Summary
Margin: 5.0%Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.
Implied Probability
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 2.45 | 3.40 | 2.88 |
| Max | 2.45 | 3.40 | 2.88 |
Result vs. Market
Result matched market prediction
Match Statistics
Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.
Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026