Brest v Nice: Francis-Le Ble clash set to test Ligue 1 rivals

Brest host Nice on Friday evening in a Ligue 1 meeting between two sides separated by just one point in the table. With home advantage, Brest will look to move ahead of their visitors, while Nice arrive seeking a response after their defeat by Lyon.

The match is expected to be closely contested, with both teams aiming to strengthen their position in the French top flight. Ahead of the game, these are the probable line-ups for both sides.

Brest

Stade Brestois are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with the system designed to provide greater balance in midfield and allow the team to attack quickly in transition.

No further absences have been announced, meaning the Brest coaching staff could have a competitive squad available for the match at Stade Francis-Le Ble.

Probable Stade Brestois XI

Goalkeeper: Egil Selvik

Defenders: Kenny Lala, Lucas Tousart, Gautier Lloris, Bradley Locko

Midfielders: Joris Chotard, Hugo Magnetti, Mama Balde, Kamory Doumbia, Pathe Mboup

Forward: Ludovic Ajorque

Nice

OGC Nice will be looking to recover from their 2-1 loss to Lyon. Their approach is expected to focus on defensive solidity while seeking to use pace in attack during the trip to Brest.

Ali Abdi’s involvement remains uncertain because of an injury, which could force the Nice staff to make changes to their plans for the match.

Probable OGC Nice XI

Goalkeeper: Yehvann Diouf

Defenders: Mohamed Abdelmonem, Youssouf Ndayishimiye, Xavier Mandza, Jonathan Clauss, Hicham Boudaoui

Midfielders: Axel Witsel, Niels Nkounkou, Gauthier Hein, Mohamed Amoura

Forward: Elye Wahi

The fixture will be Brest’s eighth match of the French championship season. The match is scheduled for Friday evening, with Stade Francis-Le Ble providing the setting for a contest between two teams separated by only one point in the Ligue 1 standings.

The listed prices for the game are 2.20 for a Brest victory, 3.45 for a draw and 3.10 for an OGC Nice win.