Ligue 1 Regular Season - 23
Nice 3 - 3 FT Lorient
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
12' T. Louchet (M. Cho)
29' S. Diop
45'+1 T. Louchet
P. Pagis 45'+4
HT
46' ↓ A. Mendy ↑J. Clauss
46' ↓ Kevin ↑K. Boudache
↓ A. Kouassi ↑B. Meite 46'
59' K. Boudache (J. Clauss)
64' ↓ A. Abdi ↑M. Bard
64' ↓ S. Diop ↑H. Boudaoui
66' C. Puel
↓ D. Karim ↑A. Tosin 67'
↓ P. Pagis ↑J. Makengo 67'
B. Dieng 67'
↓ B. Dieng ↑S. Soumano 77'
↓ T. Le Bris ↑P. Katseris 77'
P. Katseris 84'
85' ↓ T. Louchet ↑G. Bernardeau
90'+1 M. Bard
M. Talbi 90'+2
D. Yongwa 90'+3
N. Cadiou (J. Makengo) 90'+5
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Nice
Goalkeepers
Maxime Dupé 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Antoine Mendy 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Kojo Peprah Oppong 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
82%
Duel Win %
Dante
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ali Abdi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Midfielders
Morgan Sanson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Charles Vanhoutte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mohamed-Ali Cho 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Sofiane Diop
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Tom Louchet 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8.2
Rating
Forwards
Kevin Carlos Omoruyi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
Yehvann Diouf 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jonathan Clauss 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.2
Rating
Abdulay Juma Bah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Melvin Bard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hicham Boudaoui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabin Bernardeau
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Everton Pereira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kaïl Boudache 
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
50
Minutes
7.3
Rating
Zoumana Diallo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lorient
Goalkeepers
Yvon Mvogo 
SIEVE
0%
Save %
0%
Save %
3
Conceded
0
Saves
Defenders
Igor Silva
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Montassar Talbi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Darlin Yongwa 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
31%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Théo Le Bris
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Noah Cadiou 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.2
Rating
Laurent Abergel 
MAGNET
93
Activity
93
Activity
87
Passes
6
Duels
Arsène Kouassi 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Karim Dermane
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
24%
Pass Acc
Pablo Pagis 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Ahmadou Bamba Dieng 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
6.9
Rating
BENCH
Bingourou Kamara
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Bamo Meïté
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Nathaniel Adjei
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Panos Katseris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean-Victor Makengo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arthur Avom Ebong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mohamed Bamba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sambou Soumano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aiyegun Tosin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30/11/2025 | Lorient | 3 - 1 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade du Moustoir |
| 19/04/2024 | Nice | 3 - 0 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Allianz Riviera |
| 20/08/2023 | Lorient | 1 - 1 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade du Moustoir - Yves Allainmat |
| 19/03/2023 | Nice | 1 - 1 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Allianz Riviera |
| 30/10/2022 | Lorient | 1 - 2 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade Yves Allainmat - Le Moustoir |
| 17/04/2022 | Nice | 2 - 1 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Allianz Riviera |
| 22/09/2021 | Lorient | 1 - 0 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade Yves Allainmat - Le Moustoir |
| 14/03/2021 | Lorient | 1 - 1 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade Yves Allainmat - Le Moustoir |
| 23/12/2020 | Nice | 2 - 2 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Allianz Riviera |
| 18/02/2017 | Lorient | 0 - 1 | Nice | Ligue 1 | Stade du Moustoir |
Nice Win
Lorient Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 23 GD: +33
P: 23 GD: +24
P: 23 GD: +14
P: 23 GD: +17
P: 23 GD: +5
P: 23 GD: +2
P: 23 GD: +9
P: 23 GD: +2
P: 23 GD: -4
P: 23 GD: +6
P: 23 GD: -3
P: 23 GD: -6
P: 23 GD: -9
P: 23 GD: -13
P: 23 GD: -13
P: 23 GD: -16
P: 23 GD: -18
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +32
P: 26 GD: +26
P: 26 GD: +20
P: 26 GD: +13
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 25 GD: +6
P: 26 GD: +9
P: 26 GD: -3
P: 26 GD: -2
P: 26 GD: +4
P: 26 GD: -9
P: 26 GD: -12
P: 26 GD: -12
P: 26 GD: -16
P: 26 GD: -17
P: 25 GD: -20
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Attack Trumps Defense in Riviera Rollercoaster
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 94/100. This encounter served as a visceral reminder of why we love the beautiful game, as tactical discipline was traded for a breathless six-goal exchange.
A High-Octane Start
The Allianz Riviera pitch was barely warm before the fireworks began. The home side established an incredible Intensity from the first whistle, looking to distance themselves from a difficult run of form. It took just 12 minutes for Tom Louchet to break the deadlock, finishing a smart sequence involving M. Cho. Nice looked dominant and doubled their advantage just before the break, with Louchet finding the net again in the 45th minute. However, the game took its first dramatic turn in stoppage time when Pablo Pagis pulled one back for Lorient. That goal fundamentally altered the mood in the dressing rooms, proving that the visitors were far from finished despite the early barrage from the hosts.
Tactical Shifts and Shifting Momentum
The second half began with a flurry of activity as the Nice manager looked to secure the result. The introduction of J. Clauss and K. Boudache proved inspired, as the pair combined for Nice's third goal in the 59th minute. With a 3-1 lead, the Balance of the match seemed to rest firmly with the home side. Yet, Lorient’s resilience—a hallmark of their season—shone through. They forced their way back into the contest when a penalty was awarded in the 67th minute. B. Dieng stepped up under immense pressure and converted, cutting the deficit to a single goal and setting the stage for a grandstand finish that few could have predicted earlier in the afternoon.
The Final Twist in the Tale
As the clock ticked toward 90 minutes, Lorient controlled 60% of the possession, pinning Nice into their own defensive third. The Stakes were clear: Lorient wanted to maintain their top-ten status, while Nice desperately needed a win to climb away from the bottom four. The home defense appeared to be weathering the storm until the final moments of added time. A pinpoint delivery from J. Makengo found N. Cadiou, who steered home a dramatic equalizer in the 90th minute. The Upset factor for the home fans was palpable as the final whistle blew on a 3-3 draw. It was a result that felt like a victory for Lorient and a crushing missed opportunity for the Aiglons.
Key Questions
What caused the 6-goal thriller?
Clinical finishing from Tom Louchet and Lorient's persistent 60% possession created a constant attacking flow throughout the match.
Did Nice deserve the late equalizer?
While Nice's xG was higher, Lorient's late pressure and 17 total shots made the 90th-minute strike statistically inevitable.
How did Nice complete the comeback from behind?
Nice actually led for most of the match; it was Lorient who showed the resilience to fight back from 3-1 down.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Nice Search for Stability Against Disciplined Lorient
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 36/100. A mid-table encounter where Nice's individual quality faces a stern test against Lorient's superior collective momentum.
The Setup
The action unfolds at the Allianz Riviera as Nice look to distance themselves from a dismal run. Their Form rating remains a major concern after a streak of four consecutive losses was only recently snapped. Meanwhile, Lorient arrive in much better spirits, boasting a high Balance score that reflects their steady climb up the table. With the Stakes relatively low for both sides in the wider context of European qualification, this is a match about pride and rhythm.
Key Battle
The primary tactical struggle features Nice's creative unit trying to solve Lorient's compact defensive shape. Mohamed-Ali Cho has been the bright spark for the hosts, but he will need support from the likes of E. Wahi to break down a disciplined visiting backline. At the other end, Yehvann Diouf will be crucial for Nice; his 4.2 saves per game have kept the scorelines respectable during their recent slump.
Our Prediction
Expect a cagey affair where Nice controls the tempo but struggles to convert possession into clear-cut chances. Lorient are comfortable playing without the ball and will look to frustrate the home crowd. Unless Nice's Stars produce a moment of individual brilliance, this match feels destined for a low-scoring draw or a narrow victory for the more organized visitors.