April 05, (THEWILL) – Nantes advanced to the Coupe de France final for the second year in a row following a stunning 1-0 victory over Lyon, thanks to a sensational second-half strike from Ludovic Blas.
The holders, who sit 14th in Ligue 1, have experienced another incredible cup run, culminating in their latest upset over Lyon.
Nantes started the game strongly, with Jean-Charles Castelletto coming close to giving his side the lead in the first minute, but Anthony Lopes was able to make the save. Samuel Moutoussamy’s effort was then ruled out for offside after a VAR check, denying Nantes an early advantage.
In the second half, Antoine Kombouare’s side made the most of their chances, with Blas’ stunning left-footed shot into the top corner securing the victory in front of a lively home crowd. Nantes will now face either Toulouse or second-tier Annecy in the final on April 29.
In their next matches, two Sunday ties in Ligue 1, Nantes play host to Monaco while Lyon take on Rennes at home in the Groupama Stadium.
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