Super Eagles winger Moses Simon delivered a decisive assist as Nantes edged past Lille 1-0 at the Stade de la Beaujoire on Saturday, ending their long winless run against Les Dogues.
With the match seemingly destined for a draw, Simon provided a crucial assist in the 83rd minute, setting up Mostafa Mohamed for the decisive goal. The strike secured a vital victory for Nantes, marking their first win in three games and only their second in the last six.
The victory saw Nantes finally break their long-standing jinx against Lille, ending an 18-game winless run against Les Dogues.
Before this match, they had suffered 23 defeats in 39 encounters, with their last triumph over Lille dating back several years. Earlier this season, they managed to hold Lille to a 1-1 draw in the reverse fixture, but this time, they went one step further to claim all three points.
Simon’s impact: Decisive assist and creative spark
Moses Simon played a pivotal role in Nantes’ victory, providing the crucial assist for Mostafa Mohamed’s late winner. The Nigerian winger was actively involved in the attack, recording three key passes and delivering two successful crosses.
Though he managed just one successful dribble from three attempts, his ability to create chances was evident with 12 accurate passes at an 80% success rate.
Simon also had one shot blocked and registered 34 touches, constantly looking to influence play. While he struggled in ground duels, winning just two of ten, his decisive contribution in the final third proved invaluable as Nantes secured a long-awaited win over Lille.
Moses Simon has been a key figure for Nantes in Ligue 1 this season, featuring in 24 matches and starting 23 of them. He has contributed significantly to the team's attack, registering six goals and eight assists while averaging 80 minutes per game.
