If the Rhone derby between Lyon and Saint-Etienne garners more attention in Ligue 1 this weekend, the third matchday offers another significant fixture – the so-called Atlantic derby between Nantes and Bordeaux. The Canaries host the Girondins at La Beaujoire this Saturday.
Nantes, coming off an impressive victory against Montpellier last week (2-1), aims to build on their success, with Issa Cissokho eager to secure a second consecutive win. Reflecting on their earlier 3-0 victory in Bordeaux this season, Cissokho expresses confidence, stating, “We hope to take the three points. It was a derby that we won in the first leg. We will have to repeat the same performance.”
However, Cissokho acknowledges the challenge ahead, recognizing Bordeaux’s strengths. He remarks, “They know we played good football at home. Even if we had some scares. The most important thing is that we won. Now the context is different. It’s another match.” Despite the tough opposition, Cissokho maintains that Nantes will approach the game without apprehension, focusing on their defensive capabilities and playing to their strengths.
Securing victory against Bordeaux would not only be a significant step towards maintaining their position in the top flight but also affirm Nantes’ status among the elite teams in Ligue 1.
