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| # | GP | W | D | L | DIFF | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34 | 24 | 4 | 6 | +45 | 74:29 | 76 | |
| 2 | 34 | 22 | 4 | 8 | +31 | 66:35 | 70 | |
| 3 | 34 | 18 | 7 | 9 | +15 | 52:37 | 61 | |
| 4 | 34 | 18 | 6 | 10 | +13 | 53:40 | 60 | |
| 5 | 34 | 18 | 5 | 11 | +18 | 63:45 | 59 | |
| 6 | 34 | 17 | 8 | 9 | +9 | 59:50 | 59 | |
| 7 | 34 | 16 | 6 | 12 | +6 | 60:54 | 54 | |
| 8 | 34 | 15 | 8 | 11 | +11 | 58:47 | 53 | |
| 9 | 34 | 12 | 9 | 13 | +1 | 47:46 | 45 | |
| 10 | 34 | 11 | 12 | 11 | -3 | 48:51 | 45 | |
| 11 | 34 | 11 | 11 | 12 | -3 | 47:50 | 44 | |
| 12 | 34 | 10 | 9 | 15 | -12 | 43:55 | 39 | |
| 13 | 34 | 9 | 9 | 16 | -19 | 29:48 | 36 | |
| 14 | 34 | 7 | 14 | 13 | -12 | 32:44 | 35 | |
| 15 | 34 | 8 | 10 | 16 | -10 | 34:44 | 34 | |
| 16 | 34 | 7 | 11 | 16 | -23 | 37:60 | 32 | |
| 17 | 34 | 5 | 9 | 20 | -23 | 29:52 | 24 | |
| 18 | 34 | 3 | 8 | 23 | -44 | 32:76 | 17 |
Angers hosted Nice in a Ligue 1 clash on March 14, 2026. Both sides aimed to assert dominance, with Angers looking to capitalize on home advantage and Nice seeking crucial away points in this tightly contested league fixture.
Angers started brightly, controlling possession for significant periods and attempting to build attacks through the thirds. Their build-up play saw them move the ball from their own half into the opposition's territory, evidenced by their passes into the final third. Despite creating a big chance and generating 1.02 expected goals, they struggled to convert this pressure into tangible on-target threats, with zero shots on target recorded in this phase. The team's tactical approach involved numerous crosses, though only a handful were successful, highlighting a need for greater accuracy in the final ball.
Defensively, Angers showcased resilience, with successful tackles and clearances helping to stifle Nice's attacking forays. The team engaged in aerial duels, winning just under half of them, and worked to regain possession through interceptions. Their passing game in their own half was steady, providing a platform for their forward movements. However, the inability to break the deadlock meant the first period remained a tense affair, with both teams probing for weaknesses without finding a decisive breakthrough.
As the match progressed, Nice sought to absorb Angers' pressure and exploit opportunities on the counter. While Angers continued to push forward, their efforts to find the back of the net were met with a resolute defensive effort from Nice. The home side's attacking intent was evident in their continued attempts to penetrate the opposition's defence, with key passes and passes into the final third indicating their ambition to score. However, the lack of shots on target remained a persistent issue, preventing them from testing the Nice goalkeeper effectively.
Angers' statistical profile showed a commitment to attacking play, with a decent number of passes in the opposition half and a respectable expected assists figure suggesting they were creating chances. Their set-piece opportunities, including seven corners, offered potential avenues for a breakthrough. Despite the pressure and the opportunities created, the failure to convert these into goals meant the scoreline remained deadlocked. The match became a testament to defensive organisation and the frustration of missed attacking opportunities for the home side.
