In the thrilling conclusion to the Ligue 1 season, Lille and Nice shared points in their match at Stade de France on Sunday night. Despite being two of the most talented teams in France, both sides were unable to secure a win.
The game started off with Lille taking control of the match, but Nice soon got back into the game. The hosts dominated the first half, creating several chances for themselves, but they couldn't find the net. Meanwhile, Nice's forwards struggled to get any shots on target, and it was clear that the home side had more quality on display.
As the second half began, the pressure seemed to be on Lille, who needed a win to keep their hopes alive in the title race. However, Nice's defense held firm, and Lille found it difficult to break through. It wasn't until the 85th minute when Lille's Brazilian winger, Victor Moses, broke free and fired a shot past the keeper to give his team the lead.
However, Nice didn't give up easily. They pressed hard in search of an equalizer, and after some good work, Bentaleb found himself in a great position to score. His shot deflected off the crossbar, but the ball fell perfectly for Bentaleb to tap home and seal the victory for his side.
Despite the loss, Lille can take comfort from the fact that they have now secured their place in Europe next season. They will face either Lyon or Paris Saint-Germain in the Europa League final, and with their recent form, they should be able to make a strong showing.
On the other hand, Nice's defeat means that they will be playing catch-up for the rest of the season. They may still be in the running for the Europa League, but they need to start winning games if they want to challenge for the top four spots.
Overall, it was another exciting match between two of the best teams in Ligue 1, and despite the result, there is plenty of excitement ahead for fans of both clubs.