# Nice Come Back to Beat Nantes, Boudaoui Scores Late Winner
In a thrilling encounter at Stade de France, Nice staged a remarkable comeback to secure a 2-1 victory over Nantes in Ligue 1. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams showcasing their attacking prowess and resilience.
The game began with Nantes dominating possession and creating several chances. Their efforts were rewarded in the 15th minute when Marcus Coco scored a stunning goal from outside the box, giving Nantes a 1-0 lead. Despite the early setback, Nice responded well and gradually turned the tide.
Nice’s persistence paid off in the 55th minute when Gaëtan Laborde levelled the score with a precise header from a corner kick. The second half became a battle of wills, with both sides probing for a winner. Nantes thought they had taken the lead again in the 75th minute when a shot from inside the box seemed to cross the line, but the goal was controversially disallowed due to an offside flag.
As the clock ticked down, Nice’s patience and composure shone through. In the 88th minute, Montpellier loanee Terem Moffi delivered a cross into the box, and it was met by the head of ex-Nantes striker Khéphren Thuram. His header was cleared, but the momentum continued. In the 93rd minute, Thuram once again repelled Nantes’ defense, this time slotting the ball past the goalkeeper with a clinical finish.
The final twist came in the 94th minute when Nantes’ captain Éric Bichot was sent off for a second bookable offense, reducing them to 10 men. Just two minutes later, Boudaoui, who had been substituted earlier, returned to the field and capitalized on a defensive error to slot home a late winner.
This dramatic late goal ensured Nice’s comeback and handed Nantes a bitter defeat. The game highlighted the importance of composure under pressure and highlighted Boudaoui’s ability to make an impact when given the chance.
Nice’s victory moves them closer to the top of the table, while Nantes will need to regroup ahead of their next fixture. The match will be remembered for its drama and the heroics of Boudaoui, whose late strike proved the difference.