The poor period of OGC Nice will influence the future of the interim coach.
Since the elimination in the Coupe de France at Le Puy-en-Velay, which led to the sacking of Lucien Favre, it’s Didier Digard, who previously managed the reserve team, who has taken charge of the first team of Nice. While his arrival immediately sparked a positive momentum within the club, notably with a great debut against Montpellier (6-1), the former captain of the Gym managed to instill playing principles while relying on young players from the training center (Bouanani, Mendy, Amraoui). Enthralled by this revival, the Eagles had embarked on an impressive unbeaten streak, beating Lille, Lens, and OM in sequence, then Ajaccio and Monaco.
OGC Nice remained unbeaten for thirteen consecutive matches before entering this month of April where everything changed. Already in March, the Gym was less effective in the league, conceding three consecutive draws, but remained unbeaten nonetheless. The match at Angers left severe marks as, after a lackluster performance against the league’s bottom team, Nice suffered three consecutive defeats in Ligue 1 while losing the return leg of the quarter-final against Basel.
A series of poor results that could cost Didier Digard his position, as less than 5 matches remain until the end of the championship, and the season for the Azurean club is already a failure. The 36-year-old coach, who enjoyed great popularity among supporters, has lost his luster with strong choices during recent defeats and questionable communication.
While it was logical to consider him for the permanent position, his performances in recent weeks weigh heavily, to the point where potential new coaches for Nice are emerging. Nevertheless, some have not forgotten the beautiful team that emerged with his leadership, his lack of experience, his image, and his values completely aligned with those of the club.
