This evening Nice faces Grenoble at home. A match that already seems challenging for our Eagles who face the winners of the French Cup.
After the defeat against Bordeaux, Nice meets Grenoble. The match starts with Grenoble’s domination in terms of possession. The physicality of the “Bruleurs de Loups” is apparent, and it’s no surprise that Grenoble scores within the first 5 minutes with a goal from Loïc Farnier. Nice seems capable of facing its opponent, but Grenoble’s team is solid and only concedes 2 shots to the Niçois. These 2 shots are missed, but the hope of winning remains alive.
Second period, hope is reborn
Jesper Larinmaa shows all his talent at the start of the period. He is everywhere and proves to be dangerous at several moments. But Grenoble’s level of skating is superior to Nice’s, allowing Damien Fleury to find an opportunity and score their second goal in the 5th minute of play. Conrad Mölder, the Eagles’ goalkeeper, proves decisive with numerous critical saves for Nice. The match reaches a lull. No one manages to break the deadlock… but that was without counting on Louis Vitou who scores a magnificent goal for Nice in the 18th minute. The Eagles regain hope and are back in the game at the end of the second period!
Grenoble is relentless
The match resumes with a goal from the Grenoble team in the 3rd minute of play. Valentin Grossetete gives Grenoble a comfortable lead with this goal, allowing the team to settle into their game. Grenoble’s masterful control maintains their lead, gradually steering the team towards an increasingly likely victory. The “Bruleurs de Loups” control is highly effective, and Nice can no longer find opportunities. The match ends with a score of 4-1 after a Grenoble goal in the final minute of the match. Nice’s fate is sealed, but despite the defeat, the tenacity with which Nice fought is remembered.
See you on January 26 for the next match of the Eagles against Chamonix away.
