### Ligue 1 Round 36: Nice Returns to European Qualification Zone After Beating Brest 2-1
In a thrilling encounter at the Stade de la Courneuve on Saturday, Nice secured a crucial victory against Brest in Ligue 1 Round 36, securing their place back in the European qualification zone for the UEFA Champions League.
The match kicked off with both teams displaying high energy and attacking intent. However, it was Nice who broke the deadlock first in the 45th minute when Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored from a corner kick. This goal put Nice ahead and set the tone for the rest of the game.
Brest continued to press, but Nice's defense held firm, preventing them from finding a way past the Nice defense. The second half saw more攻势 from both sides, but neither team could find a breakthrough. In the final minutes, Nice's goalkeeper, Alphonse Areola, made a crucial save to keep the score level at 1-1.
As the match neared its conclusion, the tension mounted. With 15 minutes remaining, Nice finally found the winner. Nicolas Pepe delivered a perfect through ball to Aubameyang, who converted seamlessly into the empty net. This goal gave Nice a 2-1 lead and sent the stadium into raptures.
The win was significant for Nice as they now have 79 points, which places them 10th in the league standings. This result not only keeps them in contention for European qualification but also gives them hope that they can secure promotion to the top tier next season.
For Brest, the defeat is a setback, especially considering their position in the table. The loss leaves them with just 68 points, which means they will need to work hard to avoid relegation. However, there is still time for Brest to turn things around if they can improve their form and performance.
The result has boosted morale at Nice, and fans are celebrating the team's comeback. It remains to be seen how this victory will impact the rest of the season and whether Nice can continue their impressive run of form to ensure their place in the UEFA Champions League.