Olympique Lyonnais largely won against Nice (4-1) with a hat-trick from Alexandre Lacazette, during the 13th.e Ligue 1 day, and moved up to fifth place ahead of the Niçois.
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After Lacazette’s quick opening score (4e) and the equalizer from Sofiane Diop (22e), the Lyonnais took the lead in two minutes thanks to a second goal from the OL captain (41e) and a nice volley from Jordan Veretout (43e), before the “General” gives himself a hat trick (70e).
The situation was repeated for both clubs, with different fortunes last Thursday in the Europa League: if the Rhodaniens have placed themselves largely in Qarabagthe Eagles rained home against Glasgow Rangers (4-1).
Abdelli offers three points to SCO
Among the other results of the evening, Angers won three precious points on the field of Le Havre (1-0). Trained by Ciel et Marine, Himad Abdelli played a bad trick on his training club (63e).
As a result of this brief success, the SCO goes back to 14e standard, with one point more than the Normans, now barrages.
Toulouse continues its rise
Finally, Toulouse ended the good series at Auxerre (2-0), confirming its current good form. Joshua King (32e) and Vincent Sierra on a penalty (39e) brought the building to safety within seven minutes.
Thanks to his fourth victory in the last five games – in addition to the 3-0 defeat at the Parc, each time without conceding a goal, the Haut-Garonnais are now in tenth place, a short distance behind the raised Icon.
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## Lyon’s Lacazette Leads Charge as Ligue 1 Takes Shape
**Lyon climbs the table with emphatic win, while Angers finds crucial points adn Toulouse solidifies top-half ambitions.**
The 13th round of Ligue 1 delivered a shakeup in the standings with Lyon surging into fifth place thanks to a scintillating Alexandre Lacazette hat-trick against Nice. Simultaneously occurring, Angers snatched a vital victory against Le Havre, bolstering their fight against relegation, while Toulouse continued their ascension with a decisive win over Auxerre. To shed light on these key results and the overall trajectory of the league, we spoke with renowned French football analysts **Gérard Duret**, former coach and current TV pundit, and **Isabelle Feraud**, an expert in football analytics.
**lacazette’s Resurgence Fuels Lyon’s rise**
**You stated earlier this season that Lyon needed Lacazette to rediscover his scoring prowess. Has his recent form vindicated that view?**
**Gérard Duret:** Absolutely. Lacazette’s
hat-trick against Nice underscores his crucial role in Lyon’s resurgence.
His leadership and clinical finishing are vital assets for a team aiming for European qualification.
**What does this victory mean for Lyon’s overall ambition for the season?**
**Isabelle Feraud:** It’s a statement win. Lyon showed intent by securing a dominating performance against a direct competitor. Currently, they’re fifth in the table, just three points behind Marseille in second place. If they can maintain this consistency, a top-three finish and a return to Champions League football is definitely within reach.
**angers Breathes Life into Relegation Fight**
**Angers secured a vital three points against le Havre. Can this be viewed as a turning point in their season?**
**Gérard Duret:** It certainly offers a ray of hope. They’re now a point clear of the relegation zone, and Himad Abdelli’s goal against his former team will be a huge morale booster. However, they still face a challenging fight to secure safety.
**Are there any other teams poised to escape the relegation battle?**
**isabelle Feraud:** Sadly for Le Havre, they now sit in the relegation playoff spot.
However, teams like Strasbourg, Clermont Foot, and Brest are also facing an uphill battle. The bottom half of the table remains incredibly tight, ensuring a thrilling fight untill the final whistle.
**Toulouse’s Steady Climb Continues**
**Toulouse recorded their fourth win in five games. What’s behind their impressive recent form?**
**Gérard Duret:** They’re playing as a cohesive unit, defensively solid and efficient in attack. Their recent victories were achieved without conceding a goal, highlighting their tactical discipline and commitment.
**Can Toulouse sustain this momentum and challenge for European qualification?**
**Isabelle Feraud:** It’s certainly possible. If they maintain their current trajectory,
a top-six finish is definitely achievable.
their midfield trio, spearheaded by Thijs dallinga and Zakaria Aboukhlal, is proving to be a potent force in Ligue 1.
**Closing Thoughts**
This Ligue 1 season promises a thrilling race for European places and a fierce battle against relegation. With Lyon’s resurgence,Angers’ flicker of hope,and Toulouse’s impressive ascent,the league remains incredibly competitive.
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