Strasbourg vs Nice: Prediction, H2H and probable lineups — April 22, 2026
On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, the Stade de la Meinau in Strasbourg will host the second semi-final of the Coupe de France, as the local side welcomes Nice. The winner will go on to face either Lens or Toulouse in the final.
Match preview
Strasbourg, under the guidance of Gary O’Neil—who replaced Liam Rosenior after his move to Chelsea in January 2026—are enjoying a powerful season. The team is shining in the Conference League and remains among the leaders in the league table. Just recently, on April 4, Strasbourg defeated their current rivals on this very pitch with a 3-1 scoreline. However, the Alsatians head into the semi-final with some key absences: defender Aaron Anselmino and striker Joaquin Panichelli are ruled out for the season due to injuries.
Nice have been going through a turbulent campaign. After disappointments in both the Champions League and Europa League, the club changed direction and brought in Claude Puel, but so far it hasn't made a big difference: they've won just one out of their last 11 Ligue 1 matches. The "Eaglets" currently sit an uncharacteristically low 15th in Ligue 1, leaving the Coupe de France as their only chance to salvage the season. Their path to the semi-finals was grueling, with wins over Nantes and Lorient coming only after penalty shootouts.
Gary O’Neil has preserved the attacking philosophy of his predecessors. The hosts will look to press hard and play with intensity from the opening whistle, boosted by the home crowd. Under Puel, Nice are trying to play a more organized and pragmatic style. The visitors’ main hope lies in the reliability of goalkeeper Diouf.
Match facts and head-to-head
- In the last five meetings, there have been two draws, one Strasbourg win, and two Nice victories
- Strasbourg have lost just two of their last ten matches, winning five
- Nice have won only two of their last ten games, conceding in six of them
Prediction
I expect an open, high-scoring match despite the cup context. Strasbourg love to attack, but have been shaky at the back lately, which sets the stage for plenty of goals. My prediction: total over 2.5 goals at 1.83 odds
