Montpellier HSC Feminines edged past Nantes in a fiercely contested Division 1 Feminine clash on Friday, with Ifeoma Onumonu emerging as the hero.
The Super Falcons star delivered a crucial 70th-minute strike, keeping fans on the edge of their seats and securing a much-needed victory at the Stade Bernard Gasset Terrain, Footballrover reports.
Montpellier entered the match on the heels of a disappointing 4-2 defeat to Paris FC—a game where Onumonu showcased her brilliance with a brace, though it wasn’t enough to save her team.
Determined to bounce back, the Nigerian forward and her teammates battled hard to clinch this narrow but vital win against a resilient Nantes side.
Ifeoma Onumonu lifts Montpellier in thrilling recovery
The match was tight from the first whistle, with both teams struggling to break the deadlock.
However, Onumonu, in fine form, found the back of the net in the 70th minute, marking her third consecutive goal and her fourth in just seven league games this season.
Her effort proved decisive, ensuring Montpellier claimed all three points despite late pressure from Nantes.
Earning three points lifted Montpellier to 6th place on the table with 13 points, six behind leaders Lyon, who still have a game in hand.
Nantes, meanwhile, sit in 8th place, three points adrift of their Friday night rivals.
The victory also marked a shift in momentum for Montpellier, who have now secured three wins, one draw, and a loss in their last five matches.
This upward trajectory bodes well for the club as they prepare for a crucial encounter against Saint-Étienne next Saturday.
The 30-year-old forward continues to prove her value. Her decisive performances have been instrumental in Montpellier’s current campaign.
Though she was subbed off in the 88th minute for Soufiya Ngueleu, Onumonu’s impact had already sealed the game’s fate.
As Montpellier now look ahead to their next challenge, one thing is clear: with Ifeoma Onumonu leading the charge, their ambitions of climbing further up the table remain within reach.
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