This Friday evening, OGC Nice hosted Le Havre as part of the 33rd day of Ligue 1. At the end of a solid performance, the Eagles won (1-0) and secured their ticket to Europe.
Securing their place in Europe for next season. The goal of the evening was clearly targeted for the Niçois. In case of a victory tonight, the Eagles would validate their ticket for a European competition, the goal of their season. But for that, they first had to overcome Le Havre. Although OGC Nice seemed favored, they couldn’t underestimate their opponent of the evening. In the case of a victory at Allianz Riviera, Le Havre would maintain their status in the elite of French football.
On the team sheet, Francesco Farioli made several changes. Antoine Mendy was preferred to Jordan Lotomba on the right of the Nice defense. Pablo Rosario was positioned as a sentinel in the midfield. Finally, Terem Moffi resumed his place at the point of the red and black attack. Evann Guessand started on the bench.
The Gym Leading at Halftime
In front of an electrifying crowd, the Eagles got off to the best start in this match. After a little over ten minutes of play, Jérémie Boga opened the scoring (1-0). The long throw from Antoine Mendy traversed the entire penalty area, reaching the Ivorian striker, who nailed Arthur Desmas, the Le Havre goalkeeper. Facing a compact and counter-attacking block, OGC Nice dominated the match. The goal to extend their lead was very close.
Well-served by Mohamed Ali Cho, Khephren Thuram thought he had scored it. But the goal was rightly disallowed for an offside position by the French international. Meanwhile, Melvin Bard’s shot was deflected by the HAC goalkeeper. The Gym returned to the locker room with a well-deserved lead.
A Solid Performance
The second half resumed at a slow pace. Even without being irresistible, the Gym was solid, conceding very few chances. Marcin Bulka was present for the rare balls he had to handle.
Chances to extend the lead multiplied. But the Eagles encountered a very good Arthur Desmas, solid in front of attempts by Terem Moffi and Jérémie Boga. With this victory, OGC Nice secures its place among the qualifiers for the European competitions. Fifth with one more match to play, the Niçois can even dream higher.
Next match, Wednesday, May 15 for the Eagles. OGC Nice hosts PSG, as part of the postponed match of the 32nd day of Ligue 1. Kick-off at 9 PM at Allianz Riviera.
