As of now, with only three matches remaining in the French Ligue 1, Nice finds itself in an unexpected position, holding the third spot alongside Lyon, who still have a game in hand. Lyon, under Aulas, is set to play a crucial match against Nancy. Nancy, currently 17th with 35 points, needs points to secure their safety.
In a recent match, Nice delivered a strong performance, humiliating Rennes with a clear score of 3-0. The goals were scored by D. Cvitanich in the 52nd and 71st minute (penalty), and E. Bauthéac in the 84th minute. This victory was crucial for Nice’s position in the league.
Nice’s rise in the standings was also facilitated by Lille’s defeat against Toulouse (2-3) and Saint-Etienne’s draw against Bordeaux (0-0). Lille’s failure and Saint-Etienne’s inability to secure a win provided an opportunity for Nice to capitalize and move up the table.
The coach of Rennes, Frédéric Antonetti, who had already announced his departure from the club, seems to be experiencing a challenging spring. This follows the team’s defeat in the League Cup final against Saint-Etienne. Despite the setbacks, Nice has taken advantage of the situation and positioned itself well as the season approaches its conclusion.
