On 20 December, one of the matches of the 17th round of the French football championship took place. Strasbourg (France) and Lille (France) met.
French Championship, 17th round
Strasbourg (France) - Lille (France) - 2:1 (1:1)
Goals: L. Yoro (41), J. Mwanga (77) - L. Silla (20)
Warnings: Andre (32), L. Sylla (45), E. Jegrova (63)
Strasbourg scored a dramatic victory over Lille at the Mainau Stadium In a thrilling Ligue 1 encounter, Strasbourg defeated Lille 2-1. The match, played at the Stade de la Mainau, provided the spectators with exciting moments as both teams showed their skill and determination to win the three points. The first half started with a high intensity as both sides looked to take the lead from the opening minutes. Lille suffered a setback in the 20th minute when Strasbourg's A. Sylla took advantage of a defensive error and headed the ball into his own net. The own goal gave Strasbourg an unexpected advantage. In the course of the first half, tension grew, and the referee began to get cards in the hands of the referee. In the 32nd minute Lille player B. Andre received a yellow card for a late challenge. In the 41st minute, Strasbourg's L. Yoro repeated the scenario of his own goal when he accidentally headed the ball into his own net, thus levelling the score. Yellow cards continued to be handed out by the referee shortly before the half-time whistle. In the 45th minute, Strasbourg's A. Sylla received a caution, joining Andre.
The second half started with both teams determined to break the deadlock and seize control of the match. In the 63rd minute, Lille player E. Zhegrove was shown a yellow card, which increased the tension on the pitch. Soon both managers decided to introduce fresh forces into the game: in the 63rd minute Strasbourg replaced K. Gameiro with Angelo, and in the 68th minute Lille replaced A. Gomes with Y. Yazici. In the 77th minute Strasbourg finally scored a goal thanks to the efforts of J. Mwangi. Lille tried to save a point by making a double substitution in the 81st minute: E. Zhegrove replaced A. Ounas and J. David made room for H. Haraldsson. This tactical substitution gave new energy to Lille's attack, who were looking to equalise. However, luck was not on Strasbourg's side when, in the 85th minute, D. Bakwa's goal was cancelled due to offside. This decision disappointed Strasbourg fans, but only served to strengthen their resolve to hold on to their fragile lead. Towards the end of the match Strasbourg made two additional substitutions in the 88th minute: E. Emega replaced J. Sebas and D. Bakwa replaced J. Demingue. As a result, Strasbourg successfully defended their advantage and gained a valuable victory over an equally strong opponent. The match demonstrated the unpredictability and excitement that make Ligue 1 so exciting for football fans around the world.
The following matches await the rivals in the next round: Marseille vs Strasbourg, Lille vs Lorient.
| Strasbourg | Lille | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Kicks to the goal | 2 |
| 9 | Kicks | 9 |
| 4 | Blocked shots | 4 |
| 5 | Penalty kicks | 5 |
| 4 | Kicks from outside the penalty box | 4 |
| 19 | Offences | 10 |
| 6 | Corners | 5 |
| 3 | Offsides | 2 |
| 32% | Ball possession | 68% |
| 1 | Yellow cards | 2 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 2 | Keeper saves | 1 |
| 260 | Total assists | 577 |
| 199 | Accurate assists | 508 |
| 77% | Accuracy of passes | 88% |