Nantes vs Lorient: H2H, lineups and match prediction — November 23, 2025
On Sunday, November 23, in the 13th round of France's Ligue 1, Nantes will host Lorient on their home turf. Read on for a closer look at both teams and our match prediction.
Match preview
Nantes have had a disastrous start to the season and currently sit only 16th—a deeply disappointing result. The Canaries are winless in their last three matches, with their most recent outing ending in a 1-1 draw against Le Havre. The result could have been much better if they hadn't conceded a goal from Le Havre defender Gautier Lloris in the 90+5th minute. Nantes’ young talent, Matthis Abline, found the net and has now contributed to three goals in his last four appearances, showing top form.
This season, Nantes have managed just two wins—against Auxerre (1-0) and Paris FC (2-1). All other matches have ended in either defeat or a draw. Now, under Portuguese manager Luís Castro, the team has a chance to secure their third victory.
Lorient's situation is no better. Olivier Pantaloni’s squad have also collected just 10 points, the same as Nantes, but sit even lower in the table due to an inferior goal difference—firmly in the relegation zone.
In the previous round, Lorient secured a crucial point against Toulouse. Their top scorer, Pablo Pagis, converted a penalty in that game. Overall, Lorient are winless in six straight matches—three losses and three draws during this stretch.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Nantes are winless in their last three games.
- Nantes have conceded in each of their last five matches.
- Lorient, on the other hand, are winless in six consecutive matches.
- Lorient have conceded in ten games in a row.
- In the last ten head-to-head meetings, Nantes have the edge with six wins, while Lorient have claimed four victories. None of these matches ended in a draw.
Probable lineups
- Nantes: Carlgren - Amian, Awaziem, Tati, Cozza - Kwon, Mwanga, Deuff - Benhattab, Abline, Arabi
- Lorient: Mvogo - Meïté, Yongwa, Talbi - Bris, Cadiou, Ebong, Kouassi - Dermane, Pagis, Tosin
Prediction
I believe this match will be a tense affair, as both teams are desperate to claw their way out of the danger zone. With points at a premium, expect both sides to play cautiously and avoid unnecessary risks. In such a scenario, a high-scoring game seems unlikely. My prediction: total goals under 3.
