Nantes’ Coach Unhappy with Team’s Attitude in Defeat

Following a disheartening 3-2 defeat against Le Havre, Nantes’ coach Antoine Kombouaré has expressed strong dissatisfaction with his team’s performance.The loss places Nantes precariously close to the relegation zone in Ligue 1, intensifying the pressure on the squad.

A Dressing Room Rant: Kombouaré’s Candid Assessment

Sources suggest that Kombouaré did not hold back in the locker room, delivering a stern message to his players after the match. His frustration stemmed not just from the defeat, but from what he perceived as a lack of commitment and fight on the field.

I did not like the way we behaved today.

Antoine Kombouaré, Nantes Coach

Le Havre’s Dominance: A Wake-Up Call for Nantes

Kombouaré openly acknowledged Le Havre’s superiority, emphasizing their greater intensity and determination throughout the game. He lamented Nantes’ inability to match their opponent’s aggression and attacking prowess.

It is clear that today, Le Havre has been superior to us. They were much better than us in the commitment, the number of duels won, the idea of ​​going to attack our defense … They score three goals, they can score more.

Antoine Kombouaré, Nantes Coach

Currently, Nantes sits 13th in the league, a mere three points above the relegation playoff spot. This close proximity to the drop zone highlights the urgency for improved performances in the remaining matches of the season. For context,recent data indicates that teams within this narrow point range often face a tense battle to secure their Ligue 1 status.

Complacency Concerns: Nantes Lacking Urgency?

The coach questioned his team’s mentality, suggesting they lacked the urgency and belief required for a relegation battle.He implied that the players seemed to think they were still comfortably positioned, rather than fighting for every point.

Today we had a team that really plays the maintenance and then we came here (but) we have to believe that we were still in Nantes.

Antoine Kombouaré, nantes Coach

looking Ahead: A Tough Test Against Nice

Nantes faces a challenging fixture against Nice on April 4th. Kombouaré hopes that this defeat will serve as a wake-up call, prompting a notable advancement in his team’s attitude and performance. The match against Nice will be a crucial test of Nantes’ resolve and their ability to respond under pressure.

Apparently, we like to play to be scared. So today, it’s good, we will see how we will behave on the next match.

Antoine Kombouaré, Nantes Coach