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Moses Simon bags assist as 10-man Nantes escape home defeat vs Marseille

In a thrilling showdown over the weekend, Moses Simon displayed his playmaking ability by delivering a crucial assist to rescue Nantes from the jaws of defeat in their intense battle against Marseille in Ligue 1.

The clash unfolded at Nantes’ fortress, the Stade de la Beaujoire-Louis Fonteneau, where fans were treated to an action-packed encounter.

The Super Eagles forward, Moses Simon, put out a solid performance, turning provider for Nantes.

The match kicked off with a bang, as Ismaila Sarr fired Marseille into the lead just four minutes in, capitalizing on a rebound that Nantes’ goalkeeper failed to steer clear of danger.

Luck wasn’t on Nantes side as they were reduced to 10 men in the 9th minute, after Bastien Meupiyou received a straight red card for a last-man foul on Sarr.

Despite the odds stacked against them, Nantes exhibited resilience and determination. The turning point arrived in the 39th minute, with Moses Simon orchestrating a brilliant play that set up Mostafa Mohamed, who netted the equalizer.

As the second half unfolded, Nantes defended valiantly, thwarting Marseille’s relentless attacks and securing a hard-fought 1-1 draw.

This result placed Nantes in the 15th position, earning them two valuable points in the league standings after four intense matches.

Nantes’ recent league form has been a rollercoaster ride, with four consecutive games without a win, including two losses and two draws.

But looking ahead, Moses Simon and his teammates will be gearing up for their next challenge, a showdown against Clermont Foot in Ligue 1.

With their sights set on victory, they aim to breathe life back into their league campaign, thrilling fans with their exciting style of play.

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