OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Match Preview
A tale of contrasting fortunes unfolds at the Allianz Riviera on Thursday, 11 December 2025. SC Braga arrive in France flying high in 7th place with 10 points, looking to secure a direct spot in the Round of 16 (Top 8).1 OGC Nice, sitting rock bottom in 36th place with zero points and five straight defeats, are enduring a nightmare campaign.2 With a decimated squad and nothing but pride to play for, Nice face a Braga side motivated to seal their qualification in style.
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Match Info
- Competition: UEFA Europa League (League Phase – Matchday 6)
- Venue: Allianz Riviera, Nice (Capacity: 36,178)3
- Date: Thursday, 11 December 2025
- Kickoff: 18:45 CET | 17:45 GMT | 23:15 IST
- Referee: TBC (UEFA Appointment)
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Match Stakes
OGC Nice (36th — 0 pts):
- Win → First points of the campaign; restoring pride for the fans
- Draw → Ends the losing streak but changes little in standings
- Loss → Confirms a disastrous 0/6 record; deepens the crisis
SC Braga (7th — 10 pts):
- Win → Moves to 13 pts; highly likely to secure Top 8 (Direct RO16)
- Draw → Risks dropping into the playoff round spots (9th-24th)
- Loss → Missed opportunity to lock in automatic qualification
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Team News
OGC Nice:
- Abdelmonem M. — Out (Knee Injury)
- Boga J. — Out (Injury)
- Dante — Out (Injury)
- Moffi T. — Out (Injury)
- Ndayishimiye Y. — Out (Knee Injury)
- Bombito M. — Out (Leg Injury)
- Zalazar R. — Out (Red Card – Note: Listed in user data but Zalazar plays for Braga; assumed error in data source, listed below for Braga)
SC Braga:
- Zalazar R. — Out (Red Card Suspension)4
- Moutinho J. — Questionable (Fatigue)
- Niakaté S. — Available (Key Defender)
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
OGC Nice
- 07/12 — 0–1 vs Angers (Ligue 1)
- 30/11 — 1–3 vs Lorient (Ligue 1)
- 27/11 — 0–3 vs FC Porto (Europa League)
- 22/11 — 1–5 vs Marseille (Ligue 1)
- 09/11 — 1–2 vs Metz (Ligue 1)
SC Braga
- 07/12 — 2–1 vs Famalicao (Liga Portugal)
- 02/12 — 4–0 vs Arouca (Liga Portugal)
- 28/11 — 1–1 vs Rangers (Europa League)
- 23/11 — 4–2 vs Nacional (Taça de Portugal)
- 10/11 — 2–1 vs Moreirense (Liga Portugal)
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Head-to-Head (Last Meetings)
- 29/07/2023 — Braga 2–0 Nice (Club Friendly)
- No official competitive meetings prior to this season.
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)
OGC Nice (3-4-2-1)
Bulka M.; Mendy A., Rosario P., Bard M.; Clauss J., Boudaoui H., Louchet T., Abdi A.; Cho M., Guessand E.; Moukoko Y.
SC Braga (4-2-3-1)
Matheus; Gomez V., Oliveira P., Niakaté S., Marin A.; Horta A., Carvalho V.; Roger F., Horta R., Bruma; El Ouazzani A.
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Impact Bench
OGC Nice: Orakpo (Youth option), Bułka (GK saves)
SC Braga: Gharbi (Creative spark), Fernandes (Pace on wing)
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Tactical Analysis
OGC Nice
Nice are in disarray defensively, conceding 14 goals in their last 5 games. Without the leadership of Dante and the defensive screen of Ndayishimiye, they have been overrun in midfield. They will likely try to play on the counter using the speed of Cho and Moukoko, but their inability to hold possession (0 points in UEL) makes them vulnerable to sustained pressure.
SC Braga
Braga are ruthless in transition and efficient in possession. Even without the suspended Zalazar, the Horta brothers (Ricardo and André) provide immense creativity. They will target Nice’s makeshift backline, particularly the spaces left by the advancing wing-backs. Expect Braga to control the tempo and look for Bruma isolating defenders 1v1.
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Key Battles
- Rosario vs El Ouazzani — makeshift CB vs in-form striker
- Boudaoui vs Ricardo Horta — stopping the creative supply
- Clauss vs Bruma — pace battle on the flank
- Bulka vs Matheus — a busy night expected for the Nice keeper
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Spotlight Players
OGC Nice — Mohamed-Ali Cho
One of the few bright sparks in a dark season. With Moffi and Boga out, the burden of scoring falls entirely on him. He needs to produce something special to give the home fans a moment of joy.
SC Braga — Bruma
The winger has been electric in Europe this season. His pace and direct running will terrify a Nice defense that just conceded 5 goals to Marseille and 3 to Porto.
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Prediction
OGC Nice 0–2 SC Braga
It is impossible to back Nice given their horrific form and extensive injury list. Braga are confident, scoring freely, and chasing a top spot. This should be a comfortable away victory for the Portuguese side.
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Betting Insights
- Both Teams to Score — NO (Nice struggling to create)
- Over 2.5 Goals — Possible (Nice defense is leaking goals)
- Double Chance — Braga or Draw
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — Where to Watch
- France: Canal+ Foot, RMC Sport
- Portugal: Sport TV
- International: CBS Sports (USA), TNT Sports (UK)
OGC Nice vs SC Braga — FAQs
Q: When is the Nice vs Braga match?
A: The match kicks off on Thursday, 11 December 2025, at 18:45 CET (local time).
Q: Where is Nice vs Braga being played?
A: The match will be played at the Allianz Riviera in Nice, France.
Q: Is Terem Moffi playing for Nice?
A: No. Terem Moffi is ruled out with an injury.
Q: Is Rodrigo Zalazar available for Braga?
A: No. Rodrigo Zalazar is suspended following a red card.
Q: How can I watch Nice vs Braga live?
A: Viewers in France can watch on Canal+ Foot. In Portugal, the match is live on Sport TV.
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