Lille Keep Heat On Ligue 1 Leaders, Lyon Escape Against Montpellier
Lille remained on the heels of the Ligue 1 leaders after welcoming in 2025 with a disappointing 1-1 home draw against Nantes on Saturday while only a last minute own-goal saved Lyon's blushes against bottom side Montpellier. Remy Cabella capitalised on one of the few chances of a drab game in Lille to put the hosts in control as half-time approached. But any hopes of overtaking third-placed Monaco went out the window when 21-year-old striker Matthis Abline secured the 70th-minute equaliser from the penalty spot.
