Nancy vs Reims

Nancy head into this fixture in decent shape after collecting 7 points from a possible 15 in their last 5. Their attacking output stands at 3 goals in 5 matches, and they have kept 3 clean sheets in that period. Behind the ball, Nancy have conceded 2 goals in 5 matches, with 3 clean sheets along the way. Worryingly for Nancy, they have drawn blanks in 3 of their last 5 matches, a return that will need to improve against organised opposition.

Now to Reims, whose recent form offers a separate set of clues about how this one could play out. Reims are enjoying a solid spell with 2 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats from their last 5 outings. With 12 goals in their last 5, their attack has been a real threat, while defensively they have conceded relatively few (1.4 per game). The recent head-to-head between Nancy and Reims has been a competitive affair, with wins and draws traded in fairly equal measure. 6 recent meetings have produced 13 goals in total, underlining that this tie tends to be a reasonably lively fixture.

With both teams averaging over 0.6 goals per game recently, this fixture has the hallmarks of an open, entertaining contest. The attacking quality on both sides suggests we could see goals at both ends. This is a difficult one to call, with both sides evenly matched on recent form. The game could hinge on a single moment of quality or a defensive lapse.

This is a closely contested fixture, with the data suggesting a draw (29%) is the most likely outcome. The predicted scoreline of 1-2 reflects the evenly matched nature of the contest. Confidence here is modest at 45%, reflecting just how hard this fixture is to call. The stage is set in the Ligue 2; kick-off cannot come soon enough.