The Gym could only bring back one point from its trip to Gironde during a match that they overall dominated, notably hitting Benoît Costil’s posts three times.
At the kickoff of this match, Patrick Vieira innovated with a new system of play. Thuram, in the midfield, was replaced by Dan Ndoye, who was making his first start.
Thus, Rony Lopes played in the central role supporting Dolberg, and Dan Ndoye replaced him on the right wing. Lotomba substituted the injured Atal and supported Dante, Pelmard, and Kamara in defense.
The first half was quite balanced between the two teams, who were cautious. Each team tried to maintain possession, and the Nice team was more successful at it.
The only chance in this first half was Lees-Melou’s shot, which crashed against Benoît Costil’s left post (30th minute).
In the second half, the match remained very balanced, and unfortunately, the Gym hit the post again.
Indeed, Rony Lopes, with a curling shot from the edge of the area, saw his ball land on Costil’s crossbar.
At the end of the match, the teams finally opened up, mainly due to fatigue, and Amine Gouiri, repositioned on the right side, was once again very lively.
But unfortunately, luck was not on the young eagles’ side this afternoon, and the French U-21 international’s ball hit the crossbar.
Ultimately, the match ended with a score of 0-0. The Nice team might have regrets considering the chances they created in this match.
