Nantes, the French club from Ligue 1, has won their key game against Montpellier in the Coupe de France. The match was played at Stade de la Beaujoire on Sunday and saw both teams play out a thrilling 2-2 draw.
The match was a crucial one as it could have had significant implications for both teams' chances of progressing to the next round of the competition. However, after a tense first half, Nantes took control in the second half and went on to win the match with a late goal from Moussa Dembélé.
Despite being down to ten men for much of the second half due to a red card, Nantes showed great resilience and determination to come back from behind and secure a vital victory. Their coach, Jorge Sampaoli, praised his team's fighting spirit and their ability to bounce back from setbacks.
For Montpellier, the defeat is a major setback in their campaign and will likely leave them feeling disappointed. They were chasing a place in the top four of the league and were hoping to use this match to boost their chances of achieving that goal. However, they will need to regroup quickly if they want to remain in the hunt for a top-four finish.
Overall, the match between Nantes and Montpellier was a closely contested affair that ended in a draw. Both teams performed well and showed their quality, but ultimately, it was Nantes who came out on top thanks to their strong performance in the second half. This result should give them confidence going forward and help them maintain their position in the league.