Lorient secures thrilling victory over Rodez in a high-scoring affair
Lorient defeated Rodez by a score of 4-3 in an exciting Ligue 2 match in France. The match, played at the Stade Paul Lignon in Rodez, was characterized by intensity and excitement, with both teams displaying an offensive style of play that left the audience in awe.
The first goal of the match came in the 32nd minute, scored by E. J. Kroupi with an assist from A. Avom. Lorient maintained control of the game in the first half and extended their lead in the 56th minute with a goal from F. Mendy, again assisted by A. Avom.
Rodez responded in the second half, but Lorient continued to dominate. In the 86th minute, S. Soumano scored the visitors’ third goal, this time assisted by A. Tosin. Lorient’s joy was short-lived, as Rodez managed to pull one back in the 79th minute with a goal from M. Bouchouari. Rodez’s comeback intensified with goals from W. Taibi and L. Mpasi-Nzau in the closing minutes of the match, but it was not enough to prevent defeat.
Lorient took home the three points thanks to their dynamic play and strong defense. Rodez, on the other hand, is not giving up and will be looking for a victory in their next match.
Statistics:
Rodez: 44% possession, 13 shots (5 on target, 6 off target), 5 corners, 9 fouls, 0 yellow cards, 0 red cards.
Lorient: 56% possession, 12 shots (4 on target, 6 off target), 6 corners, 11 fouls, 2 yellow cards, 0 red cards.
Match details:
* Date: October 25, 2024, 6:00 PM
* City of the match: Rodez
* Stadium: Stade Paul Lignon
* Referee: Thierry Bouille, France
* League: Ligue 2
* Season: 2024
* Round: Regular Season – Round 10
* Country: France
Substitutions lorient: at minute 46 A. Tosin came in and E. J. Kroupi went out., at minute 66 S. Soumano came in and M. Bamba went out., at minute 66 P. Pagis came in and J. Ponceau went out., at minute 78 N. Adjei came in and P. Katseris went out.
Substitutions rodez: at minute 67 I. Balde came in and N. Galves went out., at minute 67 D. Jean came in and T. Nkada went out., at minute 83 D. Mazou-Sacko came in and W. Younoussa went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Rodez
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