In the 9th matchday of Ligue 1, Bastia secured a comprehensive victory against Lorient with a 4-1 scoreline. The match featured several notable moments, including significant contributions from key players.
The evening witnessed two players opening their goal-scoring accounts for the season. Ryad Boudebouz opened the scoring for Bastia in the 6th minute, setting the tone for the match. Milos Krasic, who had a standout moment with a superb backheel from Bruno in the first half, also netted his first goal of the season.
Bastia continued their dominance in the second half, with Krasic adding another goal to his tally in the 59th minute. The former Juventus player capitalized on a defensive lapse, deceiving Lorient’s goalkeeper Audard, who was left exposed by his defense.
The fourth and final goal for Bastia came from Ivorian midfielder Romaric in the 79th minute. Romaric converted a cross from Boudebouz, showcasing the team’s attacking prowess.
Lorient managed to pull one back with Mathieu Coutadeur scoring in the 31st minute, but the overall match belonged to Bastia. The victory was further emphasized by Lorient’s late red card, with Azouni being sent off in the 84th minute.
Bastia’s strong performance in this match propelled them to a convincing win at home in Corsica, highlighting their attacking capabilities and defensive solidity.