Moses Simon Shines in Final Ligue 1 Game as Nantes Seal Survival

On the last day of the Ligue 1 season, Moses Simon put on an outstanding display by helping FC Nantes defeat Montpellier 3 - 0 which guaranteed the Canaries place in the top division for another year.

In front of nervous home crowd, the Nigerian winger showed leadership, flair and poise when it counted most during his 200th Ligue 1 appearance.

Simon Delivers Early Blow

Simon was taken down in the box in the eighth minute as he tried to evade opponents. Play was first waved on by the referee, but after VAR intervention, a penalty was awarded, and Simon comfortably put it into the bottom corner to score it 1-0.

Assist and Influence

• 21' – Francis Coquelin doubled Nantes’ lead with a strike from the edge of the box.
• 79' – Simon capped off a complete performance by providing a low cross for Matthis Abline, who made it 3-0.

Simon’s contribution proved vital as Nantes finished 13th on the table with 36 points, just three points above the relegation playoff zone.

Season Stats – Moses Simon (2023/24)

• Appearances: 32
• Goals: 8
• Assists: 10

A major leap from last season’s 3 goals, Simon reaffirmed his place as one of Ligue 1’s top African performers.

Moffi Marks Return with Goal for Nice

Meanwhile, fellow Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi also got on the scoresheet, coming off the bench to score in OGC Nice’s 6-0 demolition of Brest.

Still recovering from an ACL injury, Moffi made a late appearance but wasted no time, rounding the goalkeeper in the 83rd minute to grab his goal.

Nice’s dominant win confirmed a 4th-place finish, securing a Champions League spot.

Nigerian Stars Shine as Ligue 1 Ends

With Simon’s brilliance keeping Nantes safe and Moffi’s comeback goal marking a hopeful return to form, Nigeria’s Super Eagles can take plenty of positives into their upcoming international fixtures.