Nice is heading to Nantes this evening (5 PM) to try to bounce back after a series of challenging matches, and with a string of injuries…
The Opponent
Currently on a positive streak (2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in the last 5 matches), the Canaries approach the match confident in their strengths. Valentin Rongier stated in a press conference: “This weekend, we have a chance to play. We are in a good dynamic, Nice has injuries.”
The Absentees
The Nantes team is without Felipe Pardo and Yacine Bammou, both suspended. Quentin Braat is currently recovering.
On the Nice side, besides Alassane Pléa and Wylan Cyprien, injured until the end of the season, Paul Baysse and Rémi Walter are among the injured.
The Nice Squad
Goalkeepers: Cardinale, Benitez
Defenders: Souquet, Le Marchand, Ricardo, Dalbert, Dante, Sarr
Midfielders: Belhanda, Seri, Eysseric, Obbadi, Koziello, Marcel
Forwards: Balotelli, Le Bihan, Srarfi, Donis
The Nantes Squad
Goalkeepers: Dupé, Riou
Defenders: Diego Carlos, Djidji, Dubois, Lima, Moimbé, Vizcarrondo
Midfielders: Gillet, Harit, Iloki, Kacaniklic, Oliveira, Rongier, Thomasson, A. Touré
Forwards: Sala, Nakoulma, Stepinski
The Referee
The match will be officiated by Benoît Millot. Julien Pacelli and Mickaël Lamouche will be his assistants.
