# Nice Defeats Clermont 2-0: Boudaoui and Ramsey Scored

**Nice Secures Comfortable Win Over Clermont**

Nice continued their impressive form as they defeated Clermont Foot 2-0 in a Ligue 1 encounter on Saturday. The win, secured at the Stade Nice-Porte Maillot, was a statement of intent from the Aiglons, who have now won three consecutive games.

The match started with both teams looking to impose their styles, but it was Nice who took control early. In the 16th minute, Montpellier loanee Terem Moffi played a precise through ball into the box, where Khéphren Thuram fired a low shot past Clermont goalkeeper Lucas Ranieri. Thuram’s goal, his fifth of the season, gave Nice a much-needed lead.

Clermont responded well, with forward Maxime Kouz pushing the ball forward and creating chances. However, Nice’s defense held firm, led by the commanding presence of Gaëtan Laborde and the sharp tackling of Khéphren Thuram. The visitors’ best chance came in the 55th minute when Kouz fired a powerful shot that forced a diving save from Nice goalkeeper Benjamin Lecomte.

The second half saw Nice dominate possession, with Thuram again leading the charge. In the 63rd minute, the Aiglons’ star delivered a cross into the box that was met by the head of Terem Moffi, who powered the ball into the net. Moffi’s goal, his second of the season, extended Nice’s lead and put the game beyond Clermont’s reach.

Clermont, despite their efforts, struggled to break down a well-organized Nice defense. The Aiglons’ organization and ability to exploit defensive gaps proved too much for their opponents.

**Nice’s Victory Boosts Their Title Hopes**

Nice’s victory moves them to 10th place in the table, with seven games remaining. While they are still some way off from the top, the win against a fellow mid-table side shows their character and growing confidence.

Manager Alexander Tachera said: “We needed to win this game, and we did. The players showed great discipline and focus. We’re improving, and this win will give us confidence for the next matches.”

For Nice’s fans, this win was a much-needed boost as they look to push for a European spot. The Aiglons are now in a strong position to challenge for a top-half finish, and their recent form suggests they can be a force to be reckoned with.

**Clermont’s Disappointment**

For Clermont, the defeat will be a tough pill to swallow. Despite their efforts, the visitors couldn’t find a breakthrough, and their defensive vulnerabilities were exposed by Nice’s clinical finishing.

Clermont remain in 16th place, and with only eight games left, they need to improve quickly if they are to avoid relegation. Manager Pascal Galopin said: “We need to work on our defense and attack. We have to learn from this defeat and bounce back in the next game.”

**Conclusion**

Nice’s 2-0 victory over Clermont was a comprehensive performance, highlighted by clinical finishes and a solid defensive display. With the win, Nice have sent a strong message that they are capable of challenging higher up the table.

Clermont, on the other hand, will need to regroup and find a way to improve their attacking efficiency and defensive organization. The next few games will be crucial for both sides as they aim to secure their respective futures in Ligue 1.