Monaco vs Nice Prediction: Expect goal from both teams

Monaco is having a memorable 2023 as they have not yet tasted defeat in Ligue 1. The Blue Coast Derby provides a stern test to Monaco and it remains to be seen if the record can be maintained against their arch-rivals from Nice. Nice is also undefeated in seven matches played. This sets the stage for an entertaining derby as both teams will be playing to gain bragging rights. The potent attack of both teams makes it easier to envision goals from both teams. 

The elimination from Europa League means Monaco does not have to think of too many midweek games and this can be an advantage to the team and their push for Champions League football in the long term. Seven points separate Monaco from the league leaders. In terms of qualification for Champions League football, Monaco is in control of their destiny mainly due to the undefeated run in 2023.

Monaco have won 7 of the 12 matches played at home. They have scored 29 goals while conceding 19 at home. Monaco tends to score a goal in the first half.

A very integral and improved aspect of how Nice plays is the defence. The defence of Nice have conceded just 1 goal in the last 6 matches played in Ligue 1 and Coupe de Franch. Although Nice have an amazing defence, they usually find it difficult to keep Monaco from scoring. However, Nice will try to gain a point or win to aid their qualification for European football next season.

Away from home, Nice have conceded 11 goals and scored 19 in 12 matches played.

Although both teams have good offensive players, the defence ships in fewer goals. While Nice have kept 8 clean sheets, Monaco have 7. Also, Nice concede 0.88 goals per game while Monaco concedes 1.27 goals per game. All these indicate that the match will end with under 2.5 goals. Moreover, the offensive play of both teams also indicates goals can be expected from both teams. Hence the match will likely end with a 1-1 score but with many corners (over 9). 

• BTTS for 1.71 (betking);
• Under 2.5 goals for 1.91 (1xbet);
• Over 9 corners for 2 (bet365);