Reims secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Guingamp in the 16th round of Ligue 1, but the match was marked by a major mistake from **Togolese goalkeeper Kossi Agassa**.
During first-half stoppage time, Guingamp took a free kick from approximately **40 meters out**, catching the Reims defense off guard. Agassa, who was backing up, failed to monitor the goal line properly, allowing the ball to sail past him into the net. The unusual distance and trajectory of the shot added to the goalkeeper’s misjudgment.
The referee immediately consulted with his assistant and then turned to **Goal Line Technology**, which confirmed the goal. Despite the error, Reims managed to recover and eventually claimed all three points, but the mistake will undoubtedly be a lingering memory for Agassa.
The Togolese international’s lapse highlights the importance of concentration and positioning for goalkeepers, even in seemingly low-risk situations. While the victory helps Reims in the Ligue 1 standings, Agassa will be looking to quickly move past this incident and refocus for the upcoming fixtures.
This match serves as a reminder of how critical split-second decisions can be in professional football and how modern technology like Goal Line Technology ensures accuracy in goal rulings. Agassa’s error, though costly, did not prevent Reims from taking the win, but it will be a moment he won’t soon forget.
