Football Result
Francis Coquelin 31'
Matthis Abline 79'
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H2H Record before the game
Nantes
Draws
Montpellier
In a dominant display at La Beaujoire-Louis-Fonteneau, Nantes secured a convincing 3-0 victory against Montpellier in their French Ligue 1 clash. Nantes, playing a 3-5-2 formation, capitalized on their chances, converting six of their 18 total shots into three goals, while Montpellier, in a 5-3-2, failed to register a single shot on target from their nine attempts. Moses Simon opened the scoring with an 18th-minute penalty, followed by Francis Coquelin in the 31st minute, establishing a comfortable lead. Matthis Abline sealed the win with a goal in the 79th minute.
Despite having less possession (44.1%) compared to Montpellier's 55.9%, Nantes were more clinical in front of goal. The game saw 14 fouls committed by Nantes and 9 by Montpellier. The AI prediction of a Nantes win proved accurate, mirroring the final outcome. This victory breaks a string of draws and a loss for Nantes in their recent Ligue 1 matches, showcasing a significant improvement in their attacking prowess. Considering their recent form of draws and a loss, this win will provide a significant morale boost.
Montpellier, on the other hand, continue their poor run of form, having lost their last three Ligue 1 matches and failing to secure a win in their last five. Their inability to convert possession into meaningful chances is a major concern. The result contrasts with some previous head-to-head matches where Montpellier had success, highlighting Nantes' current advantage. For Nantes, this win will be crucial as they prepare for upcoming fixtures, while Montpellier needs to address their defensive and offensive struggles urgently to avoid further setbacks. Nantes demonstrated a tactical shift from their recent games, showing more intent in attack. Their ability to capitalize on set-pieces was also key, evident in the penalty goal. Montpellier's recent struggles are in stark contrast to their earlier form, indicating a decline in both confidence and tactical execution.