OGC Nice faced Benfica Lisbon in the third preliminary round of the Champions League, with a decisive return match to come. Despite a difficult first round, marked by the Portuguese experience and Morgan Sanson’s injury, the team showed signs of improvement. The absence of Sanson and Dante in the second half weighed on the Nice defence, allowing the Benfica to take the advantage and win 2-0. This defeat highlights the difficulties of the OGC Nice in European competition, contrasting with the more offensive and spectacular style of play put in place by the new coach, Franck Haise.

The 2024/25 season of Ligue 1 is coming to an end, with the last game of the OGC Nice against the Stade Brestois at the Allianz Riviera. The main objective for the Aiglons is to keep their fourth place in the standings, which would give them a qualification for the next Champions League. This qualification would involve two additional dam towers, a demanding but potentially rewarding route. However, the season was marked by recurrent injuries and disappointing results in the Europa League and the Coupe de France, stressing the need for constant improvement.

For the last match, the OGC Nice will face several major absences, including Morgan Sanson, Dante, Mohamed Abdelomene and Youssouf Ndai, due to injuries or suspensions. The Stade Brestois, currently eighth in the ranking, aims to maintain its position, which could even become qualifying for Europe in case of sanctions for Olympique Lyonnais. This match will therefore be crucial for the OGC Nice, which will have to overcome these obstacles to ensure its place in the Champions League.