Nice vs Monaco Prediction and Betting Tips for the Ligue 1, scheduled for Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 14:00 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on beIN Connect and Fanatiz from the Allianz Riviera in Nice. Get Free Ligue 1 Predictions from our experts before kickoff.
Nice enters this match sitting 13th in the table with 22 points. Meanwhile, Monaco holds the 10th spot with 27 total points. It is a tight race in the middle of the pack. Local fans hope for a repeat of recent solid home performances at the beautiful coast.
Nice vs Monaco Key Facts and Stats
Nice is currently enjoying a positive home run after remaining unbeaten in their last two matches.
Both teams scored in 70 percent of matches involving Nice during the current Ligue 1 season.
Monaco has struggled significantly on the road this year with an average of 0.89 points per game.
Sofiane Diop leads the scoring for Nice with 7 goals while averaging 0.51 goals per 90 minutes.
Ansu Fati remains the primary threat for Monaco having netted 7 times in the current campaign.
Nice managed to pick up 5 points from their previous five fixtures across all league competitions.
Attacking threat with Sofiane Diop scoring 7 goals
- Nice's Weaknesses
Weakest corner defense in the league conceding 6.5 per home match
Sitting in the 13th position with 10 total losses
Conceding an average of 1.4 goals per home game
League Position
10
+ Monaco's Strengths
Top 6 team for corners conceded away with 4.44 average
Top 7 team for corners won away with 4.78 average
Potent attack through Ansu Fati with 1.21 goals per 90
Scored in 18 out of 20 matches this season
- Monaco's Weaknesses
Poor away performance with 0.89 points per game
Failed to score in 2 of the last 5 league games
Away attack below league average with 1.11 goals scored
Match Preview
Francesco Farioli's men have found some stability lately. They managed to remain unbeaten in their last two outings at the Allianz Riviera. This provides a much needed boost to a squad that has struggled for consistency throughout the first half of the current league season.
Offensively, the team relies heavily on Sofiane Diop and Mohamed Ali Cho. Diop has already found the net 7 times. His ability to create space in the final third will be vital if Nice wants to exploit a Monaco defense that often looks vulnerable away.
Defense remains a slight concern for the hosts though. They concede an average of 1.4 goals per home game. Still, their high BTTS percentage of 70 percent suggests they are always in the fight. They just need to tighten up during set pieces and corners.
Monaco arrives with mixed feelings after a turbulent run. Adi Hutter's side has only picked up 4 points from their last five matches. Their away form is particularly worrying because they average less than one point per game when playing away from their home stadium.
The spotlight will be on Ansu Fati to deliver. He currently leads their scoring charts with 7 goals. However, the team has failed to score in two of their last five matches. They need more from Folarin Balogun to support Fati up in the front.
This derby is always unpredictable. Monaco has the individual talent to win but their lack of consistency on the road makes them hard to trust. Punters looking for value should Get Free Ligue 1 Predictions before placing any bets on this specific coastal rivalry.
AS Monaco prepares for the Derby Azuréen against OGC Nice on Ligue 1 matchday 21. Manager Sébastien Pocognoli has named a 21-man squad, highlighted by the return of defender Wout Faes following an ankle injury. However, the Rouge-et-Blanc remain without key players like Paul Pogba, Eric Dier, and Ansu Fati. Despite these absences, Monaco aims for a crucial victory at the Allianz Riviera to maintain their momentum.
I. Jansson, S. A. Samed, M. Sanson, S. Diop, K. P. Oppong
FW
E. Wahi
OUT
M. Bombito(OUT),
M. Bard(QUES),
M. Abdelmonem(OUT),
Y. Ndayishimiye(OUT),
D. Coulibaly(OUT),
T. Gouveia(OUT)
AS Monaco (3-4-2-1)
Sébastien Pocognoli
GK
P. Köhn
DF
J. Teze, D. Zakaria, T. Kehrer
MF
K. Diatta, M. Coulibaly, L. Camara, C. Henrique, M. Akliouche, A. Golovin
FW
F. Balogun
OUT
T. Minamino(OUT),
P. Pogba(OUT),
L. Hrádecký(OUT),
E. Dier(OUT),
W. Faes(OUT),
M. Salisu(OUT),
A. Fati(OUT),
C. Mawissa(QUES),
F. Balogun(OUT)
Referee
Benoît Bastien
Prediction
1X @1.77
Nice looks like a solid choice to avoid defeat at the Allianz Riviera this Sunday. The home side has built some momentum lately and remains unbeaten in their previous 2 matches in front of their fans. With an average of 1.5 points per home game, they are becoming harder to beat. Their ability to score 1.4 goals per match provides a very reliable foundation.
Monaco struggles significantly when traveling this season. They only average 0.89 points per away game, which puts them in 13th place for that category. Furthermore, they concede 1.67 goals on average when playing away from home. Given that Nice has scored 8 goals in their last 5 fixtures, the visitors will find it difficult to keep a clean sheet or secure all 3 points.
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FAQ – Nice vs Monaco Prediction
Who will win between Nice and Monaco?
Nice is slightly favored to get a result due to their recent home unbeaten run, but Monaco's individual quality means a draw is also very likely.
Where can I watch Nice vs Monaco live?
The Nice vs Monaco Ligue 1 match will be broadcast live on beIN Connect and Fanatiz in the USA.
What time does Nice vs Monaco start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 14:00 (GMT) on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
Who is the top scorer for Nice this season?
Sofiane Diop is currently the top scorer for Nice, having scored 7 goals so far in the current campaign.
What is the most likely outcome based on away stats?
Given Monaco's low average of 0.89 points per away game, a Nice win or a draw (1X) is the most statistical outcome.
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