European record
: 20-21 Europa League group exit, poor performances against Leverkusen and Slavia Prague.
22-23 season
The UEFA Europa League is in the knockout stage, but they have not won at home against Cologne.
style of play
: Playing a 3 center back system, commonly using 352 and 343 formations, the home side has good possession but not enough threatening passes.
Weekend leagues
: 8-goal win over promoted St. Etienne, but failed to redeem themselves away at Marseille.
position analysis
: Nice is positioned as a bully, and it's hard to win against teams in the middle and upper parts of the league.
Weakness of the main force
: The loss of starters in the summer window has seen head coach Alguacil frequently tweak his lineup.
European record
: They have a lot of European experience, having beaten Manchester United in a full away match in the Champions League last season.
Tactical system
: Attempts at formations such as the 4-back system and 4231 have seen a dip in ball movement and attacking combing in the center backs.
state of resuscitation
: Zubi Mendy and others are back in form, and the team's defense is solid on the road, conceding only 1 goal.
Away Performance
: Will take a low profile on the road in Europe, utilizing speed to hit opposing wingbacks.
Nice (city in France)
: The home side is dominant but lacks offensive prowess against strong teams, with lots of possession but limited threat.
Real Sociedad (soccer team)
: The lineup has been adjusted, but it has a lot of European experience, a good road performance and a solid defense.
Real Sociedad (soccer team)
Better than Nice in Europe, with a particularly good defense away from home.
Nice (city in France)
The home side has the advantage but struggles to play against tough opponents.
Real Sociedad (soccer team)
Expect to use their European experience and solid defense to stay undefeated on the road, and maybe even win on the counterattack. Nice may have the edge in possession, but will struggle to convert into goals and may be helpless against Real Sociedad's solid defense.
Recommended prediction: Let's go minus
