The French Ligue 1 season is heating up with matches continuing to be played across the country. As the teams continue to battle it out, there have been some exciting goals and performances that have caught the attention of fans and experts alike.
One of the most notable performances in round three has come from Montpellier, who managed to score two crucial goals against Nantes on Saturday. The first goal came in the 87th minute when midfielder Moussa Dembélé scored a stunning header to level the match at 1-1. The second goal came in the 92nd minute when defender Mathieu Debuchy scored a close-range effort to give Montpellier the lead.
Both goals were a testament to Montpellier's resilience and determination, as they had already trailed by one goal going into the final few minutes of the game. However, they refused to back down and fought hard to secure all three points.
Meanwhile, Rennes have continued their strong form this season, as they secured another victory against Strasbourg on Sunday. Rennes dominated much of the match and looked set to claim all three points before Strasbourg pulled one back in the 86th minute through a penalty kick.
Despite the setback, Rennes remained composed and went on to win the match 2-1 thanks to goals from substitute midfielder Yann M'Vila and forward Jean-Kévin Augustin. This result puts Rennes top of the table and continues their impressive run of form since the start of the season.
Overall, both Montpellier and Rennes have had standout performances in round three, and it will be interesting to see how the rest of the league responds as the season progresses. With so many games still to play, anything can happen, and we're sure to see more exciting moments throughout the remainder of the season.