During an away match in Le Havre for the 16th day of Ligue 1, OGC Nice conceded their second defeat of the season (1-3).
We mentioned in the pre-match coverage that the oldest club can outplay any team in the league. After lacking victories in recent weeks, it was clear that Luka Elsner‘s crew was hungry for a win.
On their side, the Gym seems to be on cloud nine since the arrival of Francesco Farioli. After their only setback against Nantes, Nice quickly found their way back to victory against Reims last weekend.
Tom Louchet for Honor
It’s a scenario that few people envisioned: Europeโs best defense fell. Thanks to a double from Emmanuel Sabbi, Le Havre’s plan was executed perfectly, and very quickly in the match. Aggressive towards the ball holder, united in defense, and realistic in front of goal, the Havrais made the difference against the Nice players who were clumsy in the final move.
Needless to say, things didnโt improve in the second half. A highly contested penalty after Bard shoved Nego, who had pushed forward and was about to face Bulka, definitively took the Aiglons out of the game (51โ). Mohamed Bayo gave no chance to the Polish goalkeeper. 3-0 for Le Havre! Lost on the field, as demonstrated by the expulsion of a nervous Todibo (81โ), Nice seemed overwhelmed. It took until young Tom Louchet scored his first goal in Ligue 1 in injury time to salvage some pride (90+1โ).
The Gym will face Lens next Wednesday at the Allianz Riviera stadium to close the year 2023. Could this be a chance to finish on a high note?
