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Gym had to settle for a draw for their Europa League debut on Wednesday evening against Real Sociedad (1-1).
Five days after its incredible victory over Saint-Etienne in Ligue 1 (8-0), OGC Nice was expected to continue its momentum this Wednesday evening on the European stage, for its grand debut in the Europa League.
Hosting Real Sociedad for the occasion, the Aiglons had to settle for a somewhat frustrating draw (1-1). After a good start to the game, Franck Haise’s men unfortunately sinned through naivety and conceded the opening goal on the counter, through Barrenetxea (18e).
Make way for Lazio
Enterprising and incisive, the Azuréens were fortunately able to respond before the break, thanks to a good strike from Rosario (45e). An equalizer that boded well for the second act, we thought then.
Ultimately, the expected fireworks at the Allianz Riviera did not take place. This was due in particular to this golden opportunity missed by Guessand on a penalty (55e) – a penalty that was well saved by the Basque goalkeeper, Remiro. In the end, OGCN had to settle for one point for its first continental outing of the season. See you in Rome against Lazio on October 3 to perhaps recover the two points that flew away this evening.
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