For many, this Friday represents a much-anticipated day filled with football from the top leagues across Europe.
Espanyol Barcelona
1.88
Espanyol Barcelona – Real Valladolid
1X2, Regular match part
AS Roma
1.60
AS Roma – Genoa FC
1X2, Regular match part
AS Monaco
1.63
HSC Montpellier – AS Monaco
1X2, Regular match part
OSC Lille
1.90
OSC Lille – OGC Nice
1X2, Regular match part
In the 18th round of the French Ligue 1, Lille will face off against Nice. This match at Pierre Mauroy Stadium promises to be an exciting showdown between two teams that have displayed remarkable form and offensive prowess this season. Lille, under the management of Bruno Genesio, is currently in fifth place with 29 points, while Nice, led by Franck Haise, is right above them in fourth place with 30 points. Both teams boast a 75% success rate and are in fantastic shape: Lille has remained unbeaten for 19 consecutive matches, while Nice has clinched victories in three of their last five encounters. At home, Lille has achieved four wins, three draws, and just one loss this season. Their striker Jonathan David stands out with 11 goals, making him the team's top scorer. On the flip side, Evann Guessand, with 7 goals, plays a vital role in the attacking unit for Nice.
In their last five meetings, these rivals have shared a competitive spirit, with three matches ending in draws. Nice managed to come out on top in two matches, winning 1-0 and 2-1. Lille will aim to stretch their unbeaten streak in front of their home crowd, but Nice poses a formidable challenge, as away games have been one of their strong suits. Nice's record from nine away matches this year includes 3 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses. The current odds slightly favor Lille as the home team, but the outcome will heavily depend on the current form of the key players from both squads.
Betting odds: Rabona Betting The betting odds give Lille a slight edge for a home win at 1.90. A draw comes with attractive odds of 3.75, while a victory for Nice is set at 4.00.
Eintracht Frankfurt
2.45
Eintracht Frankfurt – Borussia Dortmund
1X2, Regular match part
KAA Gent
2.05
KAA Gent – Royal Charleroi SC
1X2, Regular match part
