In a thrilling French Cup clash at the Stade de France, Lens emerged victorious over Nice with a scoreline of 3-1. The game started with both teams wanting to assert their dominance, but it was Lens who scored first in the 25th minute when Florian Thauvin found the goal, assisted by Matthieu Udol. Building on their momentum, Lens doubled their lead just before the break through Odsonne Édouard, who converted a well-placed pass from Thauvin, leaving Nice trailing 2-0 at the break.
However, Nice responded bravely, pulling one back in first-half stoppage time. Djibril Coulibaly scored with a good finish, assisted by Jonathan Clauss, which gave Nice some hope as they entered the second half with a 2-1 lead. Despite Nice’s attempts to tie the game, it was Lens who sealed their victory in the 78th minute with a goal from Abdallah Sima, securing a comfortable lead that Nice could not overcome.
The match showcased Lens’ attacking prowess, especially through Thauvin, who not only scored but also provided a crucial assist. Nice, despite having more possession and shots overall, struggled to convert their chances, with the Lens defense holding firm when it mattered most. The win propels Lens into the competition, while Nice will need to regroup after a disappointing exit from the tournament.
