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Chartres vs Nimes Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 23-10-2026
Oct 2318:00
Match Prediction
Expected score: Chartres 31-30 Nimes
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Chartres hosts Nimes in Starligue on 23 October 2026, a mid-table clash between two sides separated by three points. Nimes sit fourth with 10 points from seven games, while Chartres occupy sixth place with 7 points. Both teams have shown they can score freely, making this a contest where offensive capability will likely determine the outcome.
Team form
Chartres
Chartres have won two of their last five league matches, most recently beating Dunkerque 27-24 away. They drew 35-35 at home against Chambery Savoie and lost 28-30 to Toulouse. Over this five-game stretch they averaged 30.6 goals for and 28.0 against, suggesting a side capable of scoring but vulnerable in defence. Their form is mixed—they can beat strong opponents but also concede heavily.
Nimes
Nimes have been more consistent, winning four of their last five Starligue matches. They defeated Tremblay 36-34 at home and Provence Aix 35-33 away, but fell to Limoges 31-35. Across five games they scored 34.8 per game and conceded 30.0, indicating a more prolific attack than Chartres and a slightly tighter defensive record. Their recent trajectory is upward.
Head-to-head
No previous meetings between these sides are recorded in recent data, so there is no established pattern to draw on. Both teams enter this fixture without the benefit of historical precedent.
Key factors
Nimes' superior scoring rate—34.8 goals per game versus Chartres' 30.6—gives them an edge in attack. However, Chartres' home advantage and their ability to win against quality opposition (Dunkerque, Cesson Rennes-Metropole) should not be discounted. Defensive solidity will be crucial; both sides concede around 28-30 goals per game, so the team that limits turnovers and transition opportunities is likely to prevail. Nimes' league position and current form suggest they are the slightly more dangerous outfit, but Chartres' home record and recent wins indicate they can compete.
Prediction
The statistical model suggests this will be a tightly contested match with little to separate the teams. Chartres hold a marginal edge at home, but only marginally—Nimes' superior recent form and league position make them a credible threat. Both sides are expected to score in the low 30s, pointing to an open, high-scoring affair. The narrow margin between the teams' attacking and defensive profiles means the outcome could swing on small margins: a turnover conceded, a goalkeeper's performance, or execution in the final minutes.
Chartres are slight favourites by virtue of home advantage and their recent wins, but this is a genuinely close contest. Expect a high-scoring game where both teams will likely exceed 30 goals. Nimes' form and attacking prowess make them dangerous visitors, and the margin between the sides is so slim that a draw remains a realistic possibility. For first-time viewers, this fixture showcases the attacking nature of top-tier handball—expect fluid, fast-paced play with frequent scoring.
Match info
Tournaments:
Starligue(2026)
Type
League
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Chartres
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Nimes
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  PSG | 7 | 7 | 0 | 14 |
| 2 |  Nantes | 7 | 6 | 1 | 12 |
| 3 |  Montpellier | 7 | 4 | 1 | 10 |
| 4 |  Nimes | 7 | 5 | 2 | 10 |
| 5 |  Limoges | 7 | 4 | 3 | 8 |
| 6 |  Chartres | 7 | 3 | 3 | 7 |
| 7 |  Tremblay | 7 | 3 | 3 | 7 |
| 8 |  Provence Aix | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| 9 |  Selestat | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| 10 |  Chambery Savoie | 7 | 2 | 3 | 6 |
| 11 |  Caen | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| 12 |  Saran | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| 13 |  Toulouse | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| 14 |  St. Raphael | 7 | 2 | 5 | 4 |
| 15 |  Cesson Rennes-Metropole | 7 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| 16 |  Dunkerque | 7 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
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