The French Ligue 1 season is now in its final stages, with the relegation battle heating up between Nantes and Ajaccio. In a dramatic twist, both clubs have secured their futures in the top flight of French football.
Nantes, who had been in a precarious position earlier in the season, have managed to secure a place in Ligue 1 for another year. The club's manager, Alain Perrin, has praised his players' resilience and determination as they fought back from a two-goal deficit against Montpellier at Stade de France on Sunday.
Meanwhile, Ajaccio, who were also in danger of being relegated, have avoided the drop by beating Rennes 2-1 at Stade de la Beaujoire. The win was a huge boost for the team, who will be hoping to build on this success going into the final few matches of the season.
Despite the drama surrounding the relegation battle, there has been some good news for fans of other teams in the league. For example, Clermont have avoided the drop by beating Bordeaux 1-0 at Stade Raymond Kopa. This result means that the club will be able to continue playing in Ligue 1 next season.
Overall, it has been a busy and exciting season so far in the French Ligue 1, with many teams fighting hard to avoid relegation. However, there have been plenty of surprises along the way, including the unexpected rise of teams like Nantes and Ajaccio. It remains to be seen how the final few matches of the season will play out, but one thing is certain - the French Ligue 1 is set to provide plenty of entertainment for fans throughout the rest of the season.