The Matchday 18 was full of thrilling encounters and some very exciting games. The week witnessed some defiant performances as well as new emerging talents, one that Ligue 1 is well-known for
The Matchday 18 saw the rise of Paris Saint-Germain, as they finally climbed back to the top of the table, defeating league leaders; Olympique Lyonnais. An impressive display by several young players highlighted them from the rest, including youngsters like
Enzo Reale and Neal Maupay.
Here’s a list of the remaining players that have made it into the team of the week:
Enzo Reale (http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/FC-Lorient-c39153)
The http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Olympique-Lyonnais-c40130 academy graduate was the main architect behind both of Lorient’s goals. The young Frenchman proved dangerous on the right wing for the opponents, as he assisted Alain Traore’s goal, which eventually secured the three points for Les
Mertus.
The 21-year-old has a bright future ahead of him. The midfielder won the 2010 UEFA European Under-19 Football Championship while playing for the Under 19 http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/France-c2899 international squad.
Dmitri Payet (http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Lille-OSC-c39800)
Following the public criticism by Lille coach, Rudi Garcia, the player has responded with an impressive performance. The Frenchman turned out to be the savior for Les Dogues, as his goal saved his side from an embarrassing defeat against newly-promoted,
Stade Brestois 29.
Jeremie Aliadiere (FC Lorient)
Another key component in Lorient's good form this season, have been the heroic return of Jeremie Aliadiere to form. The Frenchman is a reliable goal scorer for his side, and is a consistent performer throughout.
The 29-year-old has been the leading goal scorer for Les Mertus, scoring seven already this campaign so far, and seems on scoring more for the Ligue 1 outfit.
Andre-Pierre Gignac (http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Olympique-de-Marseille-c40127)
The Frenchman came off the bench to score a stunner, earning his side all three points at the Stadium Municipal. The player’s absence was felt by Marseille when he ended up being injured for two months due to a broken foot.
His injury-prone nature proves to be a major barrier between him and his success. The player is still determined to get rid of the injury woes. Gignac known for being a world-class striker who has a natural flair for goal scoring, and the France international
is determined to prove that to his critics.
Neal Maupay (OGC Nice)
The 16-year-old registered himself as the second youngest scorer in the history of French Ligue 1. The young Frenchman was the talk of the town when he scored the winner for OGC Nice deep into the injury time.
Maupay was brought on from the bench, and scored a goal just after five minutes. The player not only registered his first goal in a professional competition, but also earned his side the vital three points.
Dario Cvitanich (OGC Nice)
The forward continues his good form of late and just can’t help to score goals. The Argentine has proven to be a reliable striker one who seems to have a natural flair for scoring goals.
Cvitanich pulled off an impressive performance against AC Ajaccio, scoring two vital goals for his side. The striker helped his team getting back on level with the visitors, as young Frenchman, Neal Maupay, scored the winning goal of the game.
The former Ajax player has scored 10 goals in the season so far, and hasn’t let the fans feel the absence of former OGC striker, Loic Remy.
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