The 1/32nd finals of the Coupe Gard Lozère Seniors offered their share of suspense and emotions, particularly during the clash between FC Canabier and Nimes Chemin Bas. After a hard-fought match ending with a score of 2-2, the decision came down to an incredible penalty shootout, ultimately won by Nîmes with an incredible score of 16-15.
Match summary:
• FC Canabier 2-2 (15-16 TAB) N. Chemin Bas
FC Canabier opened the scoring in the second minute of play. Reaching the score in the 19th minute of play, the Connolais thought they could hold on to qualification by scoring a second goal 20 minutes from time. It was without counting on the determination of the Nîmes who obtained a penalty in the last moments. The penalty shootout turned into a veritable marathon, demonstrating the determination of both teams to qualify. But also showed a very bad face of amateur football with the start of a fight between a Canabier player who grabbed the Nîmes goalkeeper by the neck, the latter being guilty of having played provocation after the failure during a shot for the purpose of the premises.
• FC Val de Cèze 0-2 Barjac ES
In a meeting controlled by Barjac, Cedric Sonzogni. opened the scoring in the 15th minute, followed by Andy Thouari. (80'), thus sealing a logical qualification.
• US du Clover 0-0 (3-4 TAB) Bagnols Pont
Despite a scoreless encounter, the US du Trèfle and Bagnols Pont fought a tactical battle. FC Bagnols Pont showed composure to win during the penalty shootout thanks in particular to the 3 shots on goal rejected by Adam Guettoucha.
• Nîmes Castanet 0-12 Nîmes OL 2
• Rochefort Signargues 0-3 Chusclan Laudun
Analyse et perspectives :
These 1/32nd finals mark the start of a competition which promises other memorable moments. FC Canabier, despite its elimination, comes out with its head held high after a heroic performance. Qualified clubs will have to continue their momentum to hope to lift the trophy. One thing is certain: the Coupe Gard Lozère continues to surprise us.
