Super Eagles star Moses Simon once again showed his value for Nantes, playing a crucial role in his team’s 1-1 draw against Olympique Lyonnais in Ligue 1.
Despite seeing a goal ruled out, the Super Eagles star delivered a vital assist that salvaged a point for his struggling side, Footballrover reports.
This late intervention capped another strong performance, continuing Simon’s impressive form this season.
Moses Simon’s last-gasp assist: A lifeline for Nantes
The match began with Lyon seizing control early, with Ernest Nuamah scoring the opening goal in the 10th minute.
However, Nantes responded and thought they had equalised through Simon shortly before halftime.
Unfortunately, VAR ruled the goal offside, denying Simon a deserved strike. As the match wore on, Nantes struggled to create meaningful chances until a dramatic 90th-minute equaliser.
Late drama as Moses Simon’s cross sets up Mohamed’s equaliser
With Lyon poised to claim their first win in four games, substitute Mostafa Mohamed stunned the visitors with a towering header from Moses Simon’s pinpoint cross.
The assist marked Simon’s sixth of the season, as he continues to look likely to leave the team should their poor form continues.
However, the result leaves Lyon in sixth place in the Ligue 1 standings, while Nantes remain in 14th, just above the relegation zone.
In the end, Simon’s last-gasp assist proved vital, and once again, he showed why he’s a key figure for both Nantes.
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