OGC Nice prepares for a major challenge in the face of Benfica this Tuesday, August 12 in Lisbon, for the return match of the 3rd preliminary round of the Champions League. After a 2-0 defeat in the game go to the Allianz Rivieragrande, the Aiglons must absolutely reverse the situation to hope to qualify for the dams. This meeting, which is crucial for the future of the team, will be broadcast free of charge on television and online, highlighting the importance that fans and the club’s management attach to it. The task will be arduous, requiring exceptional collective performance and increased offensive efficiency in the face of an experienced opponent in European competitions.

The defeat at the go raised questions, especially on the offensive plan, and the departure of Evan N’Golo Guessa heightened the concerns of the fans. The coach and his staff insisted on the need for a strong team block and a more direct game to counter Benfica’s collective control and offensive effectiveness. Frank Haise, the Nice coach, acknowledged the difficulty of the event, but stressed that there is always a place for the feat. The qualification would provide a considerable boost before the Ligue 1’s recovery against Toulouse, while an elimination would require a rapid refocusing on the championship to avoid a difficult start to the season.

To enable a wide audience to follow this meeting, the GOC Nice collaborated with Benfica, the Portuguese broadcaster TVI and the RMC-BFM group. The return match will be broadcast free of charge on BFM Nice Côte d’Azuret and BFM’s local antennas, as well as online on RMC Sport’s YouTube and Twitch channels. International dissemination options are also available via the solidsport.com platform. The atmosphere in Lisbon promises to be electric, with a contingent of Nice supporters ready to encourage their team. Beyond the immediate sporting issue, this double confrontation is a test to measure the team’s ability to bounce back after a defeat and development goal for the coming season.