Nantes secured their place in the top flight for another season as they defeated Strasbourg 2-1 at Stade de la Beaujoire on Saturday.
The win was crucial for Nantes, who had been struggling in recent weeks and needed to secure a top-flight spot if they were to avoid being relegated.
After a goalless first half, Nantes took the lead through Yoann Gourcuff's header just before halftime. They continued to dominate possession after the break and doubled their advantage with a second-half strike from Florian Thauvin.
Strasbourg put up a strong fight in the closing stages but could not find a way past Nantes' defense, leaving them unable to salvage any points.
The win means that Nantes will be safe in Ligue 1 for another season, although it is still too early to say whether they will finish in the top half of the table or not.
Regardless of their league position, Nantes have shown that they are capable of competing against some of the best teams in France, and this victory will give them confidence going into the final few matches of the season.
With only one match remaining, Nantes will need to focus on securing a comfortable result in their final game to ensure their survival in Ligue 1. But for now, they can take heart from this impressive performance and hope that they can continue to perform well throughout the rest of the campaign.