Match report

Angers Defeats Montpellier 2-0 in Ligue 1 Showdown

Angers
Angers
2–0
FT
Montpellier
Montpellier
May 20, 2017

Angers emerged victorious in their Ligue 1 encounter with Montpellier, winning 2-0 thanks to goals from J. Bamba and F. Tait. The match saw early yellow cards for Montpellier's Lukáš Pokorný and B. Passi, setting a tough tone for the visitors. Angers capitalized on their discipline and tactical play to secure a well-deserved win.

Key Facts

  • • Angers defeated Montpellier 2-0 in Ligue 1.
  • • Goals scored by J. Bamba (82') and F. Tait (88').
  • • Lukáš Pokorný and B. Passi received yellow cards for Montpellier in the early stages.
  • • Multiple substitutions in the second half for both teams.

Lineups

Angers

Formation: 4-3-3

Starting XI

  • 30 A. Letellier (G)
  • 24 R. Thomas (D)
  • 8 I. Traoré (D)
  • 29 V. Manceau (D)
  • 28 I. Cissokho (D)
  • 5 T. Mangani (M)
  • 17 C. N'Doye (M)
  • 18 B. Santamaria (M)
  • 7 K. Toko Ekambi (F)
  • 9 F. Diedhiou (F)
  • 19 N. Pépé (M)

Substitutes

  • 22 J. Bamba
  • 2 K. Bérigaud
  • 20 F. Tait
  • 10 G. Sunu
  • 15 P. Capelle
  • 16 M. Michel
  • 21 P. Martinez

Montpellier

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 16 G. Jourdren (G)
  • 3 D. Congré (D)
  • 12 L. Pokorný (D)
  • 23 N. Mukiele (D)
  • 28 S. Sessègnon (M)
  • 10 R. Boudebouz (M)
  • 20 K. Dolly (M)
  • 13 E. Skhiri (M)
  • 8 B. Passi (D)
  • 15 S. Mounié (F)
  • 18 I. Mbenza (M)

Substitutes

  • 11 J. Ikoné
  • 22 K. Sanson
  • 19 S. Camara
  • 5 Y. Sylla
  • 1 L. Pionnier
  • 24 J. Roussillon
  • 25 M. Deplagne

Timeline

  1. Montpellier
    24' Montpellier Card · Yellow Card
    Lukáš Pokorný
  2. Montpellier
    28' Montpellier Card · Yellow Card
    B. Passi
  3. Angers
    59' Angers subst · Substitution 1
    Off: F. Diedhiou · On: J. Bamba
  4. Angers
    69' Angers subst · Substitution 2
    Off: N. Pepe · On: K. Bérigaud
  5. Montpellier
    70' Montpellier subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Steve Mounié · On: J. Ikone
  6. Angers
    75' Angers subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Baptiste Santamaria · On: F. Tait
  7. Montpellier
    76' Montpellier subst · Substitution 2
    Off: K. Dolly · On: K. Sanson
  8. Angers
    82' Angers Goal · Normal Goal
    J. Bamba · Assist: K. Toko Ekambi
  9. Montpellier
    83' Montpellier subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Stéphane Sessègnon · On: S. Camara
  10. Angers
    88' Angers Goal · Normal Goal
    F. Tait · Assist: J. Bamba

Match Stats

Stat Angers Montpellier
Fouls 6 10
Pass Accuracy 81% 89%
Offsides 1 2
Red Cards 0 0
Total Shots 18 12
Corners 6 4
Total Passes 399 659
Yellow Cards 0 2
Blocked Shots 1 4
Shots on Target 5 5
Shots off Target 12 3
Possession 38% 62%
Accurate Passes 324 585
Shots Inside Box 11 7
Saves 5 3
Shots Outside Box 7 5

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ Angers capitalized on their early discipline, with Montpellier receiving two yellow cards within the first 30 minutes.
  • ▸ The second half saw Angers take the lead with a goal from J. Bamba, followed by a crucial second goal from F. Tait, solidifying their victory.