Friday evening, at the Mosson stadium, Montpellier supporters had little hope. After a series of disappointing performances, notably against Angers last weekend, a direct competitor for maintenance, the idea of a descent into Ligue 2 already seemed accepted by many. And yet, this match against AS Monaco offered a scenario that could revive hope. As skinny as he can be.
Let's be honest: faced with a Monegasque team fighting for a place in the Champions League, few people believed in a miracle. From the first minutes, the Pailladins seemed destined to suffer. The first half felt like a permanent siege, with Monaco imposing its pace and technical superiority. But like the reed that bends without breaking, Montpellier held on, despite the goal conceded and the incessant opposing waves.
In the second half, a change of state of mind was felt. More daring, more determined, Jean-Louis Gasset's men took advantage of Monegasque shortcomings to finally invite themselves into the match. Mousa Tamari, a real dynamiter on his side, symbolized this revolt. His offensive strike first allowed Montpellier to equalize, before a well-executed action gave us the advantage in the score. Against all expectations, the locals were able to hold on to this result until the end, inflicting a defeat on Monaco but above all on the Pailladins a precious victory.
-This victory, beyond the three points, could well mark a turning point in the season. We dream of it in any case, while waiting for today's results. She reminds us that, despite the doubts and criticisms, this team still has the mental and technical resources to fight until the end. The most optimistic will perhaps see this as a sign: what if the MHSC, through courage and resilience, managed to save its place in Ligue 1? It's a gamble few will take.
The road remains long, strewn with obstacles, but Friday evening, Mosson regained hope. And it will have to be able to last from next weekend with a trip to Toulouse.
