Nantes vs Lyon Prediction & Betting Tips (26 January)

Nantes no longer loses in the Championship but does not move away from the poorly ranked. The Canaries opened 2025 with satisfactory draws ahead of Lille 1-1 and Monaco 2-2 . A new sharing of points followed, last Sunday in Saint-Etienne 1-1. The scenario of this last match may, however, leave regrets for the Nantes residents who led until the 86th minute against a competitor in the race to maintain. They occupy 15th position in the ranking, first in front of the red zone. Their last opponent, Saint-Etienne, follows them in the play-off place due to an unfavorable goal difference.

Nantes only has Ligue 1 left to play after being defeated by Brest 2-1 last week in the round of 16 of the Coupe de France. A reaction from Lyon is expected nationally. Defeated in Brest 2-1 in the Championship, eliminated from the Coupe de France by the amateur club Bourgoin-Jallieu National 3; 2-2, 4-2 tab and held by Toulouse 0-0 last weekend on the occasion of the resumption of Ligue 1, OL remains on three disappointing performances. He missed the opportunity to get closer to the podium and presents himself this Sunday in Nantes with the label of 6th. Thursday, the Rhone club had the opportunity to recover on the field of Fenerbahçe in the Europa League, a table in which it is virtually qualified for the round of 16. 

From a quick glance at recent form, both Nantes and Lyon bring contrasting vibes to this matchup. Lyon's latest run has been a rollercoaster, featuring a blend of resolute draws against Toulouse, a couple of hard-fought wins against Montpellier and Feignies-Aulnoye, and a couple of losses at the hands of Brest. Their ability to keep clean sheets but also struggle to find consistency highlights both their defensive stability and occasional offensive lapses.

On the other hand, Nantes will look to capitalize on Lyon's inconsistency. The game might turn on how well Nantes can exploit Lyon's defensive vulnerabilities, especially in the face of recent narrow losses. Lyon’s recent encounters suggest a propensity for tight matches, so expect a closely contested affair where every scoring opportunity could be crucial. For Lyon, converting those opportunities and avoiding defensive missteps will be key to securing a favorable result.

Looking ahead to the clash between Nantes and Lyon on 26th January 2025, a score prediction of 1:2 seems fitting, given the current forms of both teams. Nantes, with their solid attacking prowess, might manage to find the back of the net once. However, Lyon, under the astute guidance of Pierre Sage and bolstered by key players like Alexandre Lacazette and Wilfried Zaha, are expected to secure a narrow victory with two goals, capitalizing on their cohesive gameplay and defensive stability. This match promises to be a thrilling contest with Lyon edging out a win.

• Summary: Nantes is going head to head with Olympique Lyonnais starting on 26 Jan 2025 at 16:15 UTC at Stade de la Beaujoire stadium, Nantes city, France. The match is a part of the Ligue 1 .
• Referee: Benoît Bastien
• Nantes Feedinco Rating: 6.98
• Lyon Feedinco Rating: 6.98