Nantes beat Nice, wins the French Cup and wins again after 21 years | French football

One of the greatest heroes of FranceAfter more than two decades, Nantes once again felt the taste of winning the cup. The team led by Antoine Compoire beat Nice 1-0 on Saturday to win the French Cup 2021/22. Blass scored the winning goal by scoring a penalty two minutes after the second half at Stade de France.

After more than 20 years, Nantes is back as champions again – Photo: Reuters

Nantes have not won a title since 2001, when they won the Ligue 1 title and the French Champions Cup. This is the fourth Coupe de France cup in the history of a club that has not won the tournament since 2000.

Nantes celebrates a historic achievement – Photo: Reuters

The match at the Stade de France – the traditional venue for the National Cup final – was marked by a wonderful party of Nantes fans and the presence of re-elected President Emmanuel Macron. Participate in handing the trophy to the champion team.

On the field, the match started with sharp balance and contention with fouls and strong arguments. In the first half, the teams almost did not create dangerous chances, although Nice had the best chances.

After the teams went into the locker rooms tied up, Ness was able to jump forward on the scoreboard right at the start of the final stage. In the first step of the second half, Merlin tried a cross that hit Lutumba’s arm, and referee Stephanie Frappart scored the penalty kick. Blas shipped and converted, securing the conquest for Nantes.

Emmanuel Macron was at the Coupe de France trophy handover (Image: Reuters)