This away game at the Coliséum in Amiens was unlike any ordinary match for the Eagles of Nice. Defeated a few weeks earlier by the Gothics of Amiens, the team from Nice arrived in Picardy with a clear intention: to erase the loss in November and prove they had learned from their mistakes. In a venue known for being tough, and facing a crowd supportive of the local cause, their mission was going to be challenging.
From the very first minutes, the intensity was evident. The contacts were harsh, the duels fierce, and every puck battle seemed to carry symbolic significance. Amiens displayed their usual solidity, while Nice showed determination to write a different story.
Nice surprises Amiens in the first period
Against all odds, it was the Eagles of Nice who quickly took control of the game. Well-organized defensively and incisive on the counterattack, the team from Nice demonstrated great efficiency. On a perfectly constructed offensive sequence, Jordan Mugnier opened the scoring and silenced the Coliséum.
This goal did not slow down Nice’s momentum; quite the opposite. Taking advantage of a power play, Jesper Larinmaa doubled the score and confirmed the excellent start by the Eagles of Nice. The Eagles then imposed their tempo, disrupted Amiens’ relaunch, and exhibited remarkable collective control in this first period.
The Gothics react, Nice stands firm
Upon returning from the locker room, Amiens presented a completely different front. More aggressive and technically precise, the Gothics increased the pressure on Nice’s defense. Their domination eventually paid off when Bruno Maia reinvigorated the match during a power play, giving hope back to the local crowd.
Despite this setback, Nice didn’t fall apart. The team remained compact, united, and continued to push forward whenever the opportunity arose. This resilience was rewarded when Scott Richards concluded a high-quality collective move, allowing the Eagles of Nice to regain a valuable lead.
An overtime to seal the revenge
It required overtime to see the duel tilt. After a regulation period marked by great defensive rigor from both sides, during which Nice blocked shooting lanes and limited the most dangerous opportunities, neither team managed to make the difference. The atmosphere became electric at the Coliséum, with each action possibly being decisive.
In this more open environment, the Eagles of Nice showed remarkable composure. Calm, patient, and united, they developed their play intelligently without ever exposing themselves. Their perseverance and collective effort were finally rewarded when Jordan Mugnier emerged once again to turn the match around.
Already a scorer at the start of the match, the Nice attacker took on the role of hero by scoring the decisive goal, sealing the Eagles of Nice’s revenge on Amiens’ ice. His brace perfectly symbolized the spirit shown by Nice: determination, efficiency, and the ability to come through in key moments.
This victory holds a special significance. More than a mere win, it serves as a direct response to the November defeat and is a demonstration of character against a formidable opponent, confirming the progression and ambitions of the Eagles of Nice.
Nice asserts its ambitions
Beyond the result, the collective performance of the Eagles of Nice is noteworthy. Facing a solid and experienced Amiens team, Nice showed that they had learned from their mistakes.
The next meeting is set for January 20th at home against Bordeaux, another opportunity for the Nice team to continue this positive momentum and once again energize their audience.
