On Saturday, Lyon defeated Brest 2-0 to secure their place in the Europa Conference League next season. The victory was a huge boost for the French giants as they look to build on their impressive campaign this season.
The match at the Parc OL saw both teams play with intensity and passion throughout, but it was Lyon who emerged victorious thanks to goals from Nabil Fekir and Anthony Martial. The win means that Lyon will now face either Slavia Prague or Vitesse Arnhem in the Europa Conference League, where they have a good chance of progressing to the second round.
For Brest, the defeat is a blow as they had been looking to make a strong push for promotion back to Ligue 1. However, they will still be hoping to finish in the top six and avoid relegation, which would mean they could still earn a spot in European football.
Despite the disappointment, there were some positives to take away from the game. Brest showed great spirit and determination throughout, and they created several chances against a Lyon side who were not at their best. It's clear that Brest can compete with the big boys in France if they put in the right performances and show more consistency.
Overall, it was a tough match between two very good teams, and Lyon deserved to come out on top. They have shown that they are a force to be reckoned with in Ligue 1 and are well-placed to challenge for honours next season. Brest, on the other hand, will be hoping to bounce back and prove that they are capable of competing at the highest level in France.