Le Mans FC defeated FC Nantes 3-1 on Saturday in a closed-door friendly match. The game, played in four 30-minute periods at the La Pincenardière training centre, served as a tune-up for Le Mans FC ahead of the league's return.
This win comes as the team sits 9th in Ligue 1 with six points from five games. Their last competitive match was a 2-1 victory over Lorient on September 19. The upcoming fixtures show a trip to face Paris Saint Germain, currently in 6th place, on October 10.
The scorers for Le Mans FC are reported to be Vercruysse, Rabillard, and Harhouz, based on unofficial social media reports. FC Nantes, preparing for life back in Ligue 2, did not release an official match report or scorer list. The only Nantes goal is said to have come from midfielder Ryad Hachem, the 28-year-old summer signing from Red Star. Hachem signed a three-season contract and has provided one assist in four Ligue 2 appearances this season.
Nantes coach Grégory Poirier, who has previously worked with Hachem, arranged the match which was announced just days prior. For Le Mans FC, the attacking display is a positive sign as striker Adil Bourabaa is the club's top scorer this season with three goals. The team's recent form reads one win, three draws, and one loss from their last five outings. Supporters can check the current squad list and season stats. The international break continues before the clash at the Parc des Princes in twelve days.
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