# Lille Thrashes Nice, Closing in on Europa League Qualification with 2-Point Advantage
In a dominant display, Lille delivered a resounding 4-1 victory over Nice in their Ligue 1 encounter, firmly putting them on course to secure a Europa League qualification spot. The win extended their lead at the top of the table and highlighted their growing confidence under manager Juan Carlos Unzuain.
The match was a clinical performance from Lille, who controlled the game from the outset. Terem Moffi opened the scoring with a well-taken goal, and by halftime, Lille had already doubled their advantage through a second goal from Moffi. Nice, despite their efforts, struggled to contain Lille's attacking trio of Moffi, Jonathan David, and Kylian Mbappé.
In the second half, Lille's dominance continued. David added a third goal, and Mbappé converted a penalty to extend the lead to 4-1. Nice, who had hoped to end their recent poor form, were once again left to rue missed opportunities. Their defense, already vulnerable, failed to cope with Lille's pace and creativity.
The victory moves Lille to the summit of Ligue 1, with a two-point lead over second-placed Marseille. With four games remaining, Lille are in a strong position to secure a top-four finish, which would guarantee them a Europa League spot. However, the challenge remains to maintain their form and avoid any slip-ups in the final stretch of the season.
Unzuain, speaking after the match, praised his players for their resilience and focus. "We're showing great character, and the results are reflecting that," he said. "We're not done yet, but this win gives us a solid platform to push forward."
With their sights set on European qualification, Lille will look to build on this victory as they prepare for their next fixtures. The battle for a Europa League spot is far from over, but Lille are currently the team to beat in France.