2. Defensive solidity
Not only is Nice a good attacking team, but they are also incredibly strong defensively. They have the best defensive record in Ligue 1, allowing just 15 goals all season. Their defensive record has led to keeper Yoan Cardinale getting nine clean sheets this year, the second most in the league.
A big part of the powerful defense has been summer signing Dante from Wolfsburg. He has been instrumental in the clubs success as a defensive unit and will play a big part in the match against Monaco. His leadership and experience in pressure situations will be a key aspect of Nice stopping the free scoring Monaco attack.
Nice will by no means have an easy time stopping Monaco from creating chances. The opposition leads the league with 65 goals scored in just 22 matches. This insane record will only further the fact that the defensive shape and execution of the Nice defense will need to be nothing less than stellar if they are to win all three points.