Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(25) 18 Goals 11 (23)
(19) 11 Assists 9 (13)
(6.5) 6.5 Average Ratings 6.6 (6.5)
26.9 Average Age 27.2
181.8 Average Height (cm) 183.5
(0.7) 0.8 Shots pg 1.1 (1)
(48%) 49% Aerial Duel Success 53% (55%)
(0.6) 0.4 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.5)
(1.3) 1.2 Tackles pg 1.1 (1.2)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Ligue 1.

Missing Players

Nantes
Lens
Player Reason Status Rating
Nathan Zézé Out 6.95
Tino Kadewere Out 6.75
Adel Mahamoud Out N/A
Ignatius Ganago Out 6.14
Douglas Augusto Out 6.75
Nicolas Cozza Out 6.45
Pedro Chirivella Out 6.4
Player Reason Status Rating
Martín Satriano Out 6.22
Rémy Labeau Lascary Out 6.51
Jhoanner Chávez Out 6.6
Denis Petric Out N/A
Deiver Machado Out 6.46
Hamzat Ojediran Out 6.48
Mathew Ryan Doubtful 6.96

Team News

Nantes
Lens
  • After their crushing 7-1 defeat to Monaco last week, Nantes will be desperate to bounce back and are likely to make changes to the lineup in search of a better performance.
  • However, they will have to cope without Nicolas Cozza, who is suspended following his red card, and Pedro Chirivella, who serves a one-match ban after accumulating too many yellow cards over 10 games.
  • Additionally, long-term absentees Nathan Zézé, Tino Kadewere, Adel Mahamoud, Ignatius Ganago, and Douglas Augusto remain sidelined, limiting Nantes’ options as they look to recover from their recent setback.
  • After receiving two yellow cards in last week’s match, Deiver Machado will be unavailable for this game. Hamzat Ojediran is also suspended after accumulating too many yellow cards over a 10-game period. Meanwhile, winter signing Juma Bah is expected to make his first start.
  • Offensively, the team will need to adjust following David Pereira da Costa’s departure to Portland, leaving a creative void in attack.
  • New arrival Matthew Ryan remains sidelined due to injury, while long-term absentees Martin Satriano, Rémy Labeau Lascary, Jhoanner Chávez, and Denis Petric continue their recovery.

Match FactsSponsored

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Nantes have failed to win 17 of their last 19 matches (Ligue 1).
Nantes lose or draw
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There have been under 2.5 goals scored in Lens's last 4 games (Ligue 1).
Under 2.5 goals
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Lens have won their last 3 matches against Nantes in all competitions.
Lens win

Prediction

  • FC Nantes hosts RC Lens on Sunday at the Stade de la Beaujoire in what promises to be a crucial Ligue 1 encounter. Nantes are reeling from a humiliating 7-1 defeat to Monaco, a result that exposed their defensive frailties and lack of consistency. Now sitting 15th in the table with 21 points, the Canaris must react quickly, but they face significant setbacks. Nicolas Cozza and Pedro Chirivella are both suspended, while key players remain sidelined due to long-term injuries, limiting their squad depth. Nantes will need to show resilience and efficiency in both attack and defense if they hope to turn things around.
  • Lens, currently eighth with 33 points, are also looking to steady the ship after back-to-back defeats against Strasbourg and Nice. Despite showing flashes of quality this season, the Sang et Or have struggled for consistency. They will be without Deiver Machado and Hamzat Ojediran, both serving suspensions, but still have the attacking quality to cause problems for Nantes. Lens will be aiming to take advantage of Nantes’ recent struggles and get back to winning ways.
  • With Nantes desperate for redemption and Lens eager to regain momentum, this match is set to be a fiercely contested battle. While Nantes will be motivated in front of their home crowd, Lens appears to have the edge in form and squad quality.
Away win
Over 2.5 goals
1-2
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