Wow, what a match! Nantes edged out Angers 2-1 in a nail-biting encounter at the Stade de la Beaujoire. It was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams creating chances.
Nantes started strong, dominating possession with 52% of the ball. Their attacking play was crisp, creating several shots on goal, and they took the lead through two goals, one each from P. Nakoulma and A. Kačaniklić. Despite Angers' best efforts to claw back, the red card to Issa Cissokho in the 86th minute sealed their fate.
Angers, though, never gave up. They fought valiantly, and pulled one back through F. Diedhiou, showing great resilience. Their persistence and 48% ball possession certainly made the game an exciting watch.
Some key moments to highlight included a series of substitutions by both teams, and a stunning shot from F. Diedhiou. Nantes seemed to be the team that better managed their substitutions in the final part of the game. The end result was a well-deserved win for Nantes. They will certainly be a team to watch moving forward.