Lens head into the Coupe de France final with a golden opportunity to win the trophy for the first time in their history. After narrowly missing out in the Ligue 1 title race, the Blood and Gold now have the chance to crown an impressive season with silverware at the Stade de France.

Nice, meanwhile, arrive in difficult circumstances. Their poor run of form, fan unrest, and looming relegation play-off against Saint-Étienne have shifted focus away from this final. With Nice struggling for goals and Lens carrying stronger momentum, this fixture looks set up for a Lens victory.

For betting tips today, the main selections are Over 1.5 goals, BTTS No, Lens to win and score over 1.5 goals, and a 2-0 correct score prediction.

Match News and Current Form

Lens finished their Ligue 1 campaign in style with a dominant 4-0 away win over Lyon, a result that should give them huge confidence ahead of this Coupe de France final. Although they fell six points short in the title race, their overall season has been excellent, and winning this final would be a fitting reward.

The Blood and Gold have lost just once in their last seven matches in all competitions, recording four wins and two draws during that run. Their attacking numbers in the Coupe de France have also been impressive, with 16 goals scored across five matches in the competition.

Their 4-1 semi-final win over Toulouse underlined their attacking quality and ability to raise the tempo in knockout football. Lens have also shown strong second-half power recently, with seven of their last ten goals arriving after the interval.

Nice, on the other hand, are in turmoil. A goalless draw against already-relegated Metz on the final Ligue 1 weekend confirmed they must face Saint-Étienne in a relegation play-off. That result extended their poor run to just one win in nine competitive matches, with five draws and three defeats.

The situation worsened after supporters stormed the pitch, while club co-president Jean-Pierre Rivère admitted the Coupe de France is no longer the priority. With their top-flight future at stake just four days after this final, Nice may struggle to match Lens’ intensity and focus.

Team News

Lens have a couple of concerns heading into the final. Kyllian Antonio came off injured at the weekend, while Samson Baidoo missed the win over Lyon. Both players will need to be assessed before kick-off.

Nice appear to have no fresh injury concerns, but their bigger issue is squad management. With the relegation play-off against Saint-Étienne coming shortly after this final, rotation and game management could influence their approach.

For the latest confirmed lineups and injury updates, check the official match centre before kick-off.

Head-to-Head Record

Nice have had the better of this fixture historically in recent meetings, with Lens winning just one of the last eight head-to-head matches. Nice have won four of those, while three ended in draws.

The only previous Coupe de France meeting between the clubs also went heavily in Nice’s favour, with a 5-0 win back in January 1954. However, current form and motivation strongly favour Lens this time around.

Hot Stats and Streaks

• Lens have lost just one of their last seven matches in all competitions.
• Lens have scored 16 goals in five Coupe de France matches this season.
• Lens scored four goals against Toulouse in the semi-final.
• Seven of Lens’ last ten goals came after half-time.
• Five of Lens’ last 13 Coupe de France matches were decided on penalties.
• Nice have won just one of their last nine competitive matches.
• Six of Nice’s last seven games produced under 2.5 goals.
• Each of Nice’s last four Coupe de France finals was decided by a single-goal margin at most.

Key Players to Watch

Wesley Saïd will be one of Lens’ key attacking threats. Although he has never scored in 11 previous matches against Nice, he comes into this final in good form after netting a brace at the weekend. His last four Lens goals have all arrived in the first half, making him a player to watch early in the game.

For Nice, Ali Abdi could be important if they are to trouble Lens. He scored an equaliser against Lens earlier this month, and each of his last five goals for Nice has come after half-time. If Nice grow into the game, Abdi may be one of their best routes to goal.

Lens vs Nice Betting Tips Today

• Over 1.5 Goals
• Both Teams to Score: No
• Lens to Win and Score Over 1.5 Goals
• Correct Score Prediction: Lens 2-0 Nice

Betting Analysis

Lens look like the stronger and more focused side heading into this final. Their recent form, attacking output and motivation to win a first-ever Coupe de France title all point towards a positive performance.

Nice’s situation is very different. Their poor run of form, relegation play-off distraction and lack of attacking confidence make them difficult to trust. With six of their last seven matches producing under 2.5 goals, they may try to keep the game tight, but Lens have enough quality to break them down.

The best betting angle is Lens to win and score over 1.5 goals, supported by BTTS No. Lens have been strong in the Coupe de France, while Nice’s attacking struggles suggest they may fail to score.

A 2-0 Lens win looks like the most suitable correct score prediction.

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