This Ligue 1 encounter sees Nice welcome Lorient to Allianz Riviera, with both sides needing a result this Feb 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Nice are under pressure to rediscover form after a difficult run. Lorient will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, Nice hold the edge with 4 wins to Lorient's 2 in 10 meetings. 4 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw Lorient came out on top 1-3.

Expect a tight, tactical affair. Nice may hold the edge at Allianz Riviera, but Lorient's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.