The Ligue 1 side have guaranteed themselves of at least a playoff to feature in Europe's top competition, capping an outstanding campaign
Should Mario Balotelli elect to extend his stay with Nice, he will find himself in contention to play in next season’s Champions League as the Cote d’Azur side have secured their first podium finish in Ligue 1 for the best part of 50 years.
A 3-1 victory over Nancy at the Allianz Riviera on Saturday secured Lucien Favre’s men at worst third place, which is synonymous with a playoff place for Europe’s premier club competition.