Reims triumphs 3-1 at Angers with goals from Nakamura and Ito
- Reims defeated Angers 3-1, with goals from Keito Nakamura, Junya Ito, and Marshall Munetsi.
- The victory marked Reims' fifth consecutive unbeaten match, following an initial loss this season.
- This win moved Reims up to fourth place in the French league standings.
On Sunday, in France, Reims secured a 3-1 victory against Angers in the French league, marking a significant improvement after losing their opening match of the season. The team, under coach Luka Elsner, has shown resilience, remaining unbeaten in five matches since that initial defeat. Notably, they managed to draw against the reigning champions, Paris Saint-Germain, showcasing their competitive spirit. Keito Nakamura opened the scoring early in the ninth minute, capitalizing on a pass from defender Cédric Kipré. Junya Ito followed up with a second goal in the 25th minute, converting a deflected cross from Aurélio Buta. Marshall Munetsi added a third goal for Reims, solidifying their lead before Angers managed to score a late consolation goal. This victory propelled Reims to fourth place in the league standings, highlighting their upward trajectory in the current season. Meanwhile, other matches on the same day saw Marseille aiming to keep pace with the top teams, and Lyon achieving a comeback win against Toulouse, further emphasizing the competitive nature of the league.