# French Premier League Round 17 Recap: Lille Beats Nantes

In a thrilling encounter at the Stade de la Bastille in Paris, Lille secured their first victory in five matches against Nantes on Sunday. The game was marked by a dominant performance from Lille's attacking duo, Jonathan David and Bentaleb.

## Lille's Performance

Jonathan David, who has been playing for Lille since 2016, showcased his skills once again, scoring twice to lead Lille to a comfortable win. His first goal came in the 44th minute when he capitalized on a corner kick, heading home from close range. In the 58th minute, David added another tally after a clever pass from Lucas Moura, converting a well-placed cross into the back of the net.

Bentaleb, who joined Lille this summer from Bordeaux, also made a significant impact. He scored his first league goal of the season in the 79th minute, finishing off a counter-attack that started with a corner kick from David. This goal sealed the victory for Lille, giving them a much-needed three points.

Lille's defense, particularly goalkeeper Kévin Perrotin, played a crucial role in the match. He made several key saves to keep Nantes' momentum going until it finally petered out.

## Nantes' Challenges

Despite their strong showing, Nantes could not shake off their defensive weaknesses. They struggled to create meaningful chances throughout the match, relying heavily on反击s from midfielders. While they did manage to score a consolation goal in the 86th minute, it was too little too late as Lille's dominance proved too much for Nantes.

## Match Details

The match saw both teams exchanging possession frequently, with neither team able to break through the other's defenses. However, Lille's superior skill set and teamwork proved to be too much for Nantes to overcome.

### Key Stats

- **Goals**: Lille 2, Nantes 1

- **Shots on Target**: Lille 12, Nantes 6

- **Corner Kicks**: Lille 5, Nantes 4

- **Fouls Committed**: Lille 11, Nantes 12

### Next Match

Lille will face Montpellier in the next round of the French Premier League on September 27. The match is expected to be another intense clash between two top teams, with both sides looking to maintain their form and advance in the standings.

## Conclusion

This victory for Lille marks a positive start to their campaign and sends a message to their rivals about the quality of play they can offer. With a strong squad and a talented attack led by David and Bentaleb, Lille looks poised to challenge for the title this season. On the flip side, Nantes must find ways to improve their defensive solidity if they hope to compete with the likes of Lille and Lyon in the upcoming weeks.