It was supposed to be a match without stakes for Nice, crucial for Bordeaux. Should the supporters be worried about the final result? In reality, no. The eagles ignored their opponent’s favorite status. They attacked the game without any complexes, responding perfectly to Bordeaux’s play. So much so that Nice, being well-positioned, took advantage and struck first. Emerse Faé, well-launched on the left by a brilliant pass from Mounier, went on to beat Ramé with a cross shot half an hour into the game. Unfortunately for the locals, Wendel quickly got his team back into the game with a free kick. His sharp shot, with his left foot from 25 meters out, nestled into Ospina’s small net. Therefore, the teams went back to the locker room with a logical draw.
1 – 1 at halftime
In the second half, the match remained balanced, and both teams shared the opportunities. Rémy for Nice and Chamak for Bordeaux stood out in turn. Ultimately, it was in the 81st minute that the game could have turned in favor of the eagles. Mounier dribbled on the left, entered the box, and delivered a perfect cutback cross. Mouloungui, introduced a quarter of an hour earlier by Éric Roy, saw his shot into the open goal blocked at the last moment by a defender. The game thus ended in a logical draw. Nonetheless, there will be some regret about Bordeaux’s lack of ambition, as they did not specifically push to snatch the victory.
The Niçois of the match: Emerse Faé
Author of a solid performance, he particularly deserves credit for capitalizing on his only opportunity. Perfectly launched by Mounier, Faé did not falter to deceive Ramé. A crucial goal in securing this draw. Nice has two more matches to stand out and best prepare for the next season.
