

Nancy Ruthless in 8-0 Demolition of Mamer
Nancy delivered a devastating attacking display, thrashing Mamer 8-0 in a one-sided international club friendly on 4 July 2026. The match, played at Nancy's training complex, was effectively over within the first 20 minutes as the French side showed no mercy.
First-Half Blitz
Nancy opened the scoring in the 4th minute through a close-range finish from Yannick Diallo. By the 25th minute, the score had already reached 4-0, with goals from winger Lucas Moreau (two) and midfielder Hugo Lefèvre. Mamer's defence was in disarray, unable to cope with Nancy's quick passing and movement off the ball.
Second-Half Continuation
Despite halftime substitutions that saw Nancy rest several key players, the flow of goals continued. Striker Antoine Petit added a brace within five minutes of the restart (49th and 54th minutes). The seventh goal came courtesy of a deflected free kick, and the eighth was a clinical counter-attack finished by substitute Kylian Dubois in the 82nd minute.
Notable Performances
- Lucas Moreau – two goals and two assists, unplayable on the wing.
- Antoine Petit – physical presence and sharp finishing.
- Mamer's goalkeeper – made ten saves, preventing the score from reaching double figures.
Preseason Significance
For Nancy, this result is a massive confidence booster ahead of their league campaign. Manager Philippe Gautier stated the team's intensity was excellent. Mamer will need to regroup quickly, recognising that defensive cohesion remains a major concern.