Lyon falls, Le Havre clings

Lyon collapses against Lens in the Champions League race, while Le Havre signs a feat in Auxerre. What are the key moments of this 32nd day? Discover the surprises and the issues!

The suspense was at its height this Sunday afternoon on the lawns of Ligue 1. while some teams play their European future, others are fighting for their survival in the elite. The 32nd day delivered its share of surprises, emotions and decisive moments, with meetings like Lyon-Lens or Auxerre-Le Havre who kept the supporters in suspense. What happened on the grounds? Let us dive into these matches which could redraw the ranking two days from the end.

A crucial day for the top and bottom of the ranking

Each weekend, Ligue 1 reminds us why it remains one of the most unpredictable championships in Europe. This Sunday, the spotlights were on matches with radically different challenges. On the one hand, Lyon, in search of a qualification for the Champions Leaguefaced a lens without pressure. On the other, Le Havre, threatened by relegation, moved to Auxerre for a duel of fear. Between individual exploits and collective errors, these meetings have marked the spirits.

Lyon stumbles at Lens: the C1 is moving away

At home, Lyon had a golden opportunity to consolidate its place in the top 4. Opposed to a team from Lens without a clear goal at the end of the season, the Gones nevertheless struck a wall. From the 21st minute, a corner badly negotiated by the Lyon defense allowed Goduine koyalipoutenured to everyone’s surprise, to open the scoring. This goal, scored by an usually replacing player, set the tone for a match where Lyon lacked realism.

The Lyonnais tried to react. Two disputed situations in the first period could have offered them penalties, but the referee decided otherwise. In the second period, George Mikautadze gave hope to the supporters by equalizing with a well placed head in the 79th minute, taking advantage of a defensive error Lensoise. But the joy was short -lived.

“We lacked accuracy in key moments. Lens punished us on an exceptional individual action. »»

A match observer

Five minutes from the end, Anass Zaroury indeed sealed the fate of the match. With a sumptuous strike of more than 25 meters, the Lensois striker found the skylight, offering victory to his team (1-2). This goal, already considered one of the most beautiful on the weekend, icated the stadium and relegated Lyon to 7th place, in the first unqualified position for Europe. Qualification for Europa League Conference There remains possible, but everything now depends on other results, including that of PSG in the Coupe de France.

Le Havre overturns Auxerre: a bowl of air for maintenance

At the bottom of the ranking, Le Havre played big in Auxerre. Provisionally in a barragist position, the Normans must imperatively bring points to hope to stay in League 1. But the task was coming complicated in front of a solid Auxerroise team at home. At the time of play, Lassine Sinayoko Showed by Havre hopes with a 20-meter-rolled rolled up shot (1-0).

Despite this blow, the players of Didier Digard did not abdicate. In the 80th minute, a corner causes panic in the Auxerroise defense, and Jubal Mark against his camp, offering equalization in Le Havre. Then, in additional time, Arouna Sangante rises above than everyone for Smasher a victorious head, served by a millimeter pass of Junior my (1-2). This 93rd minute goal released Le Havre supporters and repositioned their team to a unit in Nantes, 15th.

“This match is the image of our season: we don’t let go, even in the hardest moments. »»

A Le Havre supporter

This victory allows Le Havre to take four points ahead of Saint-Etienne, 17th, and to believe more than ever in maintenance. With two remaining games, each point will count to ensure a new season in the elite.

Brest-Montpellier: a match without much stake

In a very different register, Brest welcomed Montpellier for a match without real stake. The Bretons, outside the race for Europe, and the Héraultais, already relegated, gave themselves up to a meeting without great intensity. It is ultimately Romain del Castillo Who made the difference in the 15th minute, concluding a beautiful combination of corner to offer victory in Brest (1-0).

This success, although symbolic, allows Brest to end the season on a positive note in front of its audience. For Montpellier, this defeat closes a nightmarish season, marked by an early relegation.

Implications for the end of the season

Two days before the end, Ligue 1 remains more open than ever. For Lyon, the defeat against Lens seriously complicates the chances of qualification for the Champions League. The Gones will now have to rely on faux pas from their direct competitors, while hoping for a miracle to win a European place. Lens, for his part, will play a referee’s role on the last day against Monaco, a match that could upset the top of the ranking.

At the bottom of the table, Le Havre has carried out a gold operation. This victory in Auxerre replaces the Normans in the maintenance race, but nothing has yet been played. The last two games will be crucial, especially against teams like Nantes or Saint-Etienne, who also fight for their survival.

Weekend heroes

This 32nd day highlighted sometimes unexpected players. Anass Zarourywith its spectacular goal, not only offered the victory in Lens, but also marked the spirits for its first goal in League 1. in Le Havre, Arouna Sangante proved that he was much more than a simple defender, by scoring a decisive goal in the last moments. Finally, Romain del Castillo recalled why Brest remains a solid team, even without a major issue.

These individual performances show how Ligue 1 is full of talents capable of switching a match at any time. As the end of the season approaches, these players will undoubtedly be under the spotlight.

Why this day changes everything

Each season, some championship days mark a turning point. This 32nd day may well be one of them. For Lyon, the defeat against Lens is a hard blow, but it also reflects the difficulties of a team that alternates the good and the least good. For Le Havre, this victory in Auxerre is a symbol of resilience, a message sent to their competitors: the Normans will not descend without fighting.

As the season is coming to an end, the supporters hold their breath. Each goal, each point, each arbitral decision could make the difference. Ligue 1, with its share of surprises and emotions, has not finished keeping us going.

And you, what moment of this day has marked you the most? The masterful strike from Zaroury, the feat of Le Havre or the Lyon disappointment? One thing is certain: the end of the season promises to be explosive.