Louis Mafouta proved to be the hero for Amiens SC as he delivered a stellar performance, propelling his team to victory against Bastia in a thrilling encounter during the 36th day of the French Ligue 2.
The Central African striker showcased his prowess on the field, netting two crucial goals to secure a hard-fought 1-2 win for Amiens SC at Bastia’s home ground.
Amiens SC displayed resilience in the face of Bastia’s offensive threats in the opening stages of the match.
However, their patience paid off when Louis Mafouta broke the deadlock in the 35th minute, capitalizing on an assist from teammate Franck Boya to give his side the lead.
Mafouta’s impact on the game was far from over as he swiftly doubled Amiens SC’s advantage just three minutes later, finding the back of the net again in the 38th minute, this time courtesy of an assist from Mohamed Jaouab.
Despite Bastia’s efforts to stage a comeback, with Florian Bianchini pulling one back for the home side in the 70th minute, assisted by Facinet Conté, Amiens SC held firm defensively to clinch the victory.
The match concluded with a jubilant Amiens SC celebrating a hard-earned triumph, with Louis Mafouta rightfully hailed as the standout performer of the game, having played a pivotal role in securing three crucial points for his team.
Mafouta’s exceptional display not only earned praise from fans and pundits alike but also showcased his talent and importance to the Amiens SC squad.
As the French Ligue 2 season progresses, his contributions on the field will undoubtedly be key to the club’s aspirations for success in the league.