# Nice narrowly defeated by Lyon in thrilling match
In a tightly contested encounter, Nice fell to a single-goal defeat at the hands of Lyon, despite a valiant effort from the home side. The match, which was a clash of two teams vying for league points, ended with a bittersweet outcome for Nice, as Anthony Martial’s own goal proved the decisive moment.
The game started tentatively, with both sides feeling each other out. Nice had the majority of possession but struggled to break down a solid Lyon defense. Lyon, on the other hand, capitalized on their few chances, and the decisive moment came in the 54th minute when Martial, playing for Nice, inadvertently scored an own goal while attempting to clear the ball from the box. This error handed Lyon the lead, and despite a late surge from Nice, the visitors held on for a hard-fought victory.
In the first half, both teams displayed attacking intent, but it was Lyon who looked more dangerous in front of goal. Nice’s attack-minded approach was undone by a defensive lapse, and while the home side created a few chances, they failed to convert them into goals. Lyon, meanwhile, remained disciplined and capitalized on their one clear opportunity to take the lead.
The second half saw Nice throw everything into attacking, but their efforts were thwarted by a resilient Lyon defense. The visitors’ defense stood firm, and despite a series of late attempts, Nice couldn’t find a way past. Lyon’s solitary goal proved enough to secure the points, leaving Nice to ponder what could have been.
For Lyon, the win moves them up the table, while Nice will be left to ponder their defensive lapses. Anthony Martial’s own goal will undoubtedly be a talking point, but the match also highlighted the fighting spirit of both teams. In a game that was packed with drama, it was a narrow victory that kept football fans on the edge of their seats.