Montpellier loses to Nantes in Ligue 1 and is relegated
With a controlled match, FC Nantes confirmed its survival in Ligue 1 by logically dominating Montpellier (3-0) this Saturday on the occasion of the 34th day of Ligue 1.
Despite the pressure of the result, Nantes made a positive start by exerting pressure in the opposing half. Then, after a VAR intervention, the referee pointed to the penalty spot for Ferri’s foul on Simon in the box. Facing Bertaud, the Nigerian converted his effort on the left (1-0, 18th). The Beaujoire crowd could breathe a sigh of relief…
Even though Tchato saved his team on his line following a header from Castelletto, MHSC found themselves on the edge with a save from Bertaud against Coquelin. But a few minutes later, Coquelin found the back of the net with a cross shot from the edge of the box (2-0, 32nd). Until the break, Nantes calmly controlled the debate.
After the break, Nantes didn’t really need to exert themselves to control the ball. Spurred on by an admirable crowd, FCN tried to increase their lead, as evidenced by another shot from Coquelin that was blocked in extremis. Without flinching, Nantes had the merit of showing an attacking attitude in an attempt to reward the fans. And the supporters could appreciate Abline’s gem: on a cross from Simon, the young talent combined a controlled shot with a volley in the box (3-0, 79th)! In control, Nantes secured their survival with this deserved victory.
