In what was a thrilling encounter between Clermont-Ferrand and Nice, the home team emerged victorious with a score of 2-1. The match was filled with high-energy play and some impressive individual performances from both teams.

The first goal came in the 45th minute when a well-taken free-kick by Jean-Marc Pons poked into the net to give Clermont-Ferrand the lead. However, the visitors did not wilt under pressure and fought back strongly in the second half.

Nicolas Pepe's header in the 76th minute levelled the scores for Nice, but it wasn't long before they were back on top thanks to a goal from Abdennour Boudaoui in the 88th minute.

Despite the loss, Nice manager Rudi Völler praised his players' efforts and said that they played "well" despite the defeat. He also acknowledged that his side had been "in control" throughout the game.

For their part, Clermont-Ferrand coach Michel Der Zakarian expressed relief at the result after conceding two goals in the last three minutes of the match. He praised his team's resilience and determination, saying that they showed "character" in the face of adversity.

Overall, this was a closely contested match that showcased the skill and athleticism of both teams. While Nice may have come up short, they can take pride in playing some excellent football and will be looking forward to next season with optimism.