Greetings to all football fans! We are pleased to offer you a live online broadcast of the Nantes vs Nice match as part of the France - Coupe de France tournament.
Finished
1 - 1
Match events:
| 21' | C. Vanhoutte Tripping | |||
| 25' | S. Diop (0 - 1) Assist: J. Clauss | |||
| 46' | B. Nguene / S. Diop | |||
| B. Guirassy (1 - 1) Assist: R. Cabella | 52' | |||
| Y. El Arabi / J. Kone | 57' | |||
| D. Machado / T. Tati | 57' | |||
| M. Abline / B. Guirassy | 57' | |||
| K. Amian Tripping | 66' | |||
| 68' | E. Wahi E. Wahi | |||
| 69' | E. Pereira / C. Vanhoutte | |||
| 75' | M. Bard Holding | |||
| 79' | S. Abdul Samed / T. Ndombele | |||
| 80' | Kevin / M. Sanson | |||
| I. Ganago / D. Tabibou | 81' | |||
| 89' | T. Gouveia / B. Nguene | |||
Penalty Shoot-out | ||||
| M. Bard (0 - 1) | ||||
| M. Abline (1 - 1) | ||||
| J. Clauss (1 - 2) | ||||
| Y. El Arabi | ||||
| E. Wahi (1 - 3) | ||||
| N. Cozza (2 - 3) | ||||
| E. Pereira (2 - 4) | ||||
| I. Ganago (3 - 4) | ||||
| Kevin (3 - 5) | ||||
Stadium: Stade de la Beaujoire
Competition: Coupe de France
Match Preview
This Coupe de France encounter sees two familiar Ligue 1 adversaries face off. Nantes, often characterized by their resilience and direct play, will be hoping to rekindle their cup magic from recent seasons. Their recent league form has been a mix of solid performances and frustrating lapses, making this cup tie an opportunity to build momentum and restore confidence among their faithful. Manager Pierre Aristouy will be emphasizing defensive solidity and clinical finishing. Nice, under the guidance of Francesco Farioli, have established themselves as a formidable force, particularly in their defensive organization. Their counter-attacking threat and ability to control the midfield have been key to their success. Coming into this match, Nice will be confident, likely having rotated some key players in recent league fixtures to keep them fresh for this crucial cup tie. An intense, tactical battle is expected, with fine margins likely to decide the outcome.Team Form and Analysis
Nantes
Nantes' recent form has been inconsistent, showing flashes of brilliance intertwined with periods of struggle, especially in front of goal. Their defense, while capable of stifling opponents, has occasionally been breached by clinical attacking units. Key to their success will be the performance of their central midfield, which needs to win the battle for possession and supply their forwards effectively. Injuries could play a role, with some minor concerns over a couple of key offensive players, though specific updates are awaited closer to game day. Look for Mostafa Mohamed to be a central figure in their attack if available.Nice
Nice have enjoyed a more stable run of form, demonstrating robust defensive solidity and efficiency in attack. They concede very few goals, built on a strong backline and a midfield that diligently tracks back. Their attacking transitions are swift, often spearheaded by pacey wingers and a clinical striker. Manager Farioli's tactical approach prioritizes control and minimizing risks, which will be crucial in a cup tie. There are no major injury concerns reported for Nice, allowing Farioli to field a near full-strength squad. Terem Moffi will be a player to watch, given his goal-scoring prowess.Predicted Starting Lineups
Nantes:- Goalkeeper: Lafont
- Defenders: Coco, Castelletto, Pallois, Hadjam
- Midfielders: Sissoko, Moutoussamy, Chirivella
- Forwards: Merlin, Mohamed, Simon
- Goalkeeper: Bulka
- Defenders: Atal, Todibo, Dante, Bard
- Midfielders: Thuram, Rosario, Sanson
- Forwards: Laborde, Moffi, Boga
Match Prediction by tutsport.net
- Main Prediction: Nice to Win
- Reasoning: Nice's superior defensive organization and consistent form make them slight favorites to overcome Nantes, even with the home advantage.
- Total Goals Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals
- Reasoning: Both teams are known for their tactical discipline, suggesting a tightly contested match with limited scoring opportunities.