The OGC Nice had an encouraging pre-season, culminating with a positive score of four wins, a draw and a defeat in six games. This progress was realized in their preparatory games, including victories against Circle Bruges and Sheffield United, where Badredine Bouanani stood out. A draw against Nancy allowed Franck Haise’s staff to adjust the game, and an internship in Austria offered quality confrontations against Feyenoord and St Pauli, highlighting the potential of young players like Antoine Mendy and the gradual integration of new recruits. The team also highlighted the use of young talents such as Antoine Mendy, Djibril Coulibaly and Gabin Bernaudeau.

The Ligue 1 season started with a 1-0 win over the Stade de Reims, a valuable success that keeps the OGC Nice in the qualifying race for the Champions League. Despite a closed game and few opportunities, the team took advantage of a defensive mistake to score, with Morgan Sanson scoring his third goal in two games. The strength of goalkeeper Marcin Bulka and the ability to maintain a close lead were decisive. The integration of players like Antoine Mendy and the continued confidence in the Laborde-Bouanani duo contributed to this result.

The next challenge for the GOC Nice is a crucial trip to Stade Rennais on May 10, as part of the 33rd day of Ligue 1. This meeting, which will take place at Roazhon Park, is essential to consolidate their position in the Champions League race. The team will have to maintain its level of concentration and determination to achieve a positive result and ensure its qualification for the European competition. The three points at stake will be decisive for the future of the season.