On Tuesday evening, Lille secured their place in the UEFA Europa League with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Montpellier at Stade de France.
The match was a closely contested affair throughout, but it was Lille who emerged victorious thanks to goals from Mathieu Debuchy and Nabil Fekir in the second half.
It was a result that came as no surprise, however, given the form of both teams going into the game. Lille had won their last three matches in all competitions, while Montpellier had only lost one of their previous seven games.
Despite this, Lille's victory was not without controversy. In the 75th minute, Montpellier midfielder Youssouf Semboure was sent off for a violent red card tackle on Lille defender Elie Baup. The incident sparked protests from both sides and led to a tense final ten minutes of the match.
Despite this, Lille were able to hold onto their lead and secure their spot in Europe. The win will be a huge boost for the team ahead of the upcoming season, and will also provide a much-needed morale boost after their recent struggles.
Overall, it was another strong performance from Lille, who showed their resilience and determination to come out on top against a tough opponent. The win is a testament to the quality of the team and the commitment of the players, and sets them up well for what promises to be an exciting campaign in Europe.