Lens and Metz which cling to the European wagon, Rennes which puts an end to its black series and Dijon which is approaching Ligue 2: return on the highlights of the four matches of the afternoon in Ligue 1 (29th day) . After a very lively Montpellier-Nîmes, the four matches of the 29th day of Ligue 1 made it possible to see a little more clearly in the standings.
Lens and Metz neutralize each other in the surprising duel for Europe
The two formations fought for the title of champion of France in 1998, gained by the Lensois in front of the Garnets on goal difference. More than two decades later, the two surprise teams in the championship, respectively 6th and 7th, have failed to decide at Bollaert (2-2). The Northerners led twice in score, first by Clauss (13th) then Cahuzac (36th). But the Lorrainers of Antonetti found the resources to equalize twice, first on a penalty from Wagner (27th). The Brazilian also had a 2-1 ball but the post decided otherwise. Then by Delaine, author of a magnificent rolled up from the left in full skylight (57th). The two formations remain in their respective places. The Sang et Or are tied with Marseille, 5th, and Metz remains 3 points behind the Phocéens.
Rennes puts an end to the black series
Eliminated from all the cups since February 11 and their defeat in Angers in the Coupe de France (2-1), the Bretons have finally managed to stop the downward spiral in Ligue 1. For the second match of the new coach Bruno Genesio, the Rennais provided the essential (1-0) thanks to a goal from Bourigeaud who opens his right foot well on a good service low to the ground from Terrier in the area (25th). Les Rouge et Noir won only their second success in 2021, and ended an unsuccessful series of eight games in the league (6 losses and 2 draws). The troops of Genesio – who won his first victory on the Rennes bench – gained two places and are now in 8th place.
Dijon is getting closer to Ligue 2
Stalled for a while in the race to maintain, the Dijonnais still sank at home against Bordeaux (1-3). Hwang and his brace (33rd and 45th) sealed the outcome of the match. The Burgundians concede an 8th loss in a row in Ligue 1 and have not tasted victory since December 23, 2020 in Nîmes (1-3). The team coached by David Linares is more than ever red lantern, 11 points behind the Nîmes jump-off. Nine days from the end, the DFCO already has a foothold in Ligue 2, a division left by the club in 2016.
Status quo between Lorient and Nice
The two teams neutralized each other at Moustoir (1-1). The Lorient could have made a good operation if successful after the draw conceded by Nîmes in the derby against Montpellier (1-1). The Merlus remain 17th and keep their small mattress 2 points ahead of the barrage while Nice remains in the soft underbelly in 12th place.
The goal: Thomas Delaine (Metz)
The jewel of the 29th day is the work of side Messin. After a catastrophic release from Cahuzac at the entrance to the area, the former Paris FC player deceived Leca’s vigilance with a magnificent rolled up from the left, slightly off-center on the right. A goal as beautiful as it is important which brings the point of draw to the Metz formation.
Statistics: Cahuzac, two years later
Yannick Cahuzac scored his first goal against Metz in the Lens colors. The Artesian captain, who arrived in 2019, gave his team back the advantage in the 36th minute. His last achievement dates back to February 17, 2019, when he was playing in Toulouse (2-1 defeat in Bordeaux). He could even have afforded a double (and victory) in the last seconds of the game but his head hit the post (90th + 2).
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