At the Allianz Riviera on 6 November 2025, Nice face SC Freiburg in a Europa League fixture where both sides arrive with contrasting continental form - Nice struggling, Freiburg thriving.
Pick: Both Teams to Score – Yes
The game sets up for an open encounter. Nice have found attacking rhythm domestically, while Freiburg’s European consistency and ability to score away suggest both sides will find the net.
Nice: Improving in Ligue 1, Struggling in Europe
Despite an impressive three-match winning streak in Ligue 1 and a narrow 1–2 loss to PSG, Nice’s European performances have been disappointing - three straight defeats and defensive lapses at key moments. Under Frank Haise, the team play progressive football, pressing high and moving the ball quickly through midfield. That proactive style brings chances, but it also exposes space behind the defence. At home, Nice almost always score (in 9 of their last 10 matches across competitions), yet they also concede regularly when forced to chase games.
SC Freiburg: Compact but Productive
Freiburg arrive in strong form, with just one loss in their last 11 matches across all tournaments. They’ve proven difficult to beat and adaptable in different environments - their 1–1 draw away at Bologna highlighted their organisation and counterattacking quality. The German side rely on Lucas Höler and Vincenzo Grifo for creative sparks and are effective from set pieces. However, Freiburg have kept only two clean sheets in their last eight away games, meaning they often allow opponents opportunities even when controlling play.
