Lille and Nice were set to face off in a match that would be a battle of two teams with strong attacking styles, with both sides looking to secure all three points.
As the game began, it was clear that both teams were eager to get on the scoreboard first. Lille started well, with their forwards Jonathan David and Florian Thauvin creating several chances for themselves. However, Nice's defense was able to hold them off, keeping the score at 0-0 after the first half.
In the second half, Lille continued to press forward, but they were unable to find the back of the net. Meanwhile, Nice's midfielders continued to dominate possession and create opportunities for themselves. Bentaleb scored his first goal of the season just before the hour mark, putting Nice ahead by one goal.
The second half saw more of the same from both teams, with neither side able to break the deadlock. As the game drew to a close, it looked like Lille might have had a chance to level things up when Bentaleb hit the crossbar with a powerful shot. However, the ball bounced away and Nice held onto their lead.
Despite the loss, Lille will take heart from their performance against a tough opponent. They showed that they can compete with some of the best teams in France, and that they have the talent to cause problems for any team on their day. With a few tweaks to their tactics and a bit more luck, Lille could be a force to be reckoned with this season.