In a pulsating encounter at Allianz Riviera, Nice and Lorient shared the spoils with a 3-3 draw in their Ligue 1 clash. Tom Louchet opened the scoring for Nice in the 12th minute, assisted by M. Cho, and later doubled their lead just before halftime. Lorient's first response came through P. Pagis in the dying moments of the first half, setting up a dramatic second period.
A Second Half of Twists and Turns
The second half kicked off with a flurry of substitutions that altered the tempo. Nice extended their lead to 3-1 thanks to K. Boudache’s strike in the 59th minute, with J. Clauss providing the assist. However, Lorient refused to buckle under pressure. B. Dieng converted a penalty in the 67th minute, bringing the visitors within touching distance. The climax came in injury time when N. Cadiou scored, ensuring Lorient left with a point.
Statistical Insights
Lorient dominated possession with 60%, translating it into 17 total shots compared to Nice's 8. Nice's efficient attacking was highlighted by their expected goals of 3.24, indicating their clinical finishing. Lorient’s persistence paid off as they matched Nice's shooting accuracy, eventually securing the equalizer.
Closing Thoughts
This result sees Nice maintain a mixed form with two draws in their last three league matches, while Lorient continues their resilient streak, unbeaten in their last five. Tom Louchet’s performance stands out for the hosts, offering a beacon of consistency in their attacking play. Both teams will look to build on this in their upcoming fixtures.
