Ajaccio have secured their safety in Ligue 1 with a 2-1 win over Nice at the Stade de la Mosson on Sunday. The victory saw Ajaccio secure a place in next season's French top-flight, while Nice were relegated to Ligue 2.
The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating chances throughout the game. However, it was Ajaccio who eventually came out on top thanks to goals from Maxime Gonalons and Romain Vincelot.
Gonalons' goal in the 69th minute proved to be the turning point of the match as he converted a penalty after being fouled by Jean-Francois Rivière. Vincelot then added a second for Ajaccio in the 78th minute, finishing off a well-worked move involving Gonalons and Alexandre Lacazette.
Despite losing their place in the top flight, Nice manager Rudi Garcia has been praised for his efforts during the campaign. He has overseen a strong finish to the season, leading the team to their first league title since 2014.
For Ajaccio, the victory is a huge boost ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window. With a talented squad including Yohan Cabaye, Djibril Cissé, and Maxence Lopes, they will look to strengthen their ranks in order to compete in Europe next season.
Overall, it was a solid performance from Ajaccio against a tough opposition like Nice. They showed great resilience and determination throughout the match, and it is clear that they have what it takes to bounce back and fight for promotion next season.