Moses Simon delivered a moment of brilliance to secure Nantes a dramatic 1-0 win over Stade Rennes in Ligue 1 on Sunday. The Nigeria international struck in the 89th minute, weaving through two defenders before curling a sublime shot into the far corner, leaving the Rennes goalkeeper helpless.
Reflecting on his match-winning effort, Simon told DAZN, “I can’t say it was magic because I did it against Lens last season.”
He emphasized the significance of his goal, particularly in the context of a derby, adding, “The timing was perfect.”
The win was a crucial boost for Nantes, who have struggled for consistency this season. Simon highlighted the importance of the three points, saying, “That’s what matters most to us. We got them, and we’re very happy.”
The 28-year-old winger has been a key figure for Nantes this season, contributing four goals in 13 league appearances. His latest effort underscores his knack for stepping up in decisive moments.
Nantes’ victory moved them to 13th in the Ligue 1 standings, with 14 points from 14 matches.
While the team still has work to do to climb further up the table, Simon’s performance offered a glimpse of their potential as they look to turn their season around.
For Simon, moments like these continue to cement his reputation as one of the most reliable players in the Canaries’ squad, and fans will be hoping for more of his magic in the matches ahead.
