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View all →Real Madrid 4-1 Real Sociedad: Mbappé Hat-Trick Lights Up Mourinho's Bernabéu Return
Held level in the first half, Real Madrid exploded after the break with a Kylian Mbappé hat-trick and a Vinícius Júnior strike, beating Real Sociedad 4-1 on José Mourinho's first outing as coach at the Santiago Bernabéu.
FootballLigue 1 2026/2027 Results (28-30 August): Monaco Go Top, PSG Rescued Late by Lille Draw
A Paris Brunner brace sends Monaco top of the table with a 2-0 win over Marseille, late goals from Vitinha and Marquinhos rescue PSG from defeat at Lille (2-2), and Rennes win in stoppage time against promoted Le Mans (3-2): here's the round-up of Ligue 1 this week (28-30 August 2026).
Real Madrid Beat Espanyol, but Mbappé and Vinícius Jr Still Out of Sync
Despite Real Madrid's 2-1 win over Espanyol, questions about the lack of understanding between Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Jr have resurfaced, as the pair enter a third season together without any real on-field chemistry.
Basketball: new details emerge on Giannis Antetokounmpo's move to Miami
New details have emerged surrounding the circumstances of Greek star Giannis Antetokounmpo's move to the Miami Heat, just days after the official announcement of one of the biggest deals of the NBA's summer market.
Arsenal prepare record offer to sign Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid
The Gunners are ready to offer a record salary to the Brazilian, whose Real Madrid contract runs until 2027.
BasketballLaMelo Ball traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves to pair with Anthony Edwards
The Charlotte Hornets part ways with their star guard in a four-team deal for Naz Reid and picks.
Standings
| P | DIFF | PTS | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champions League | ||||
| 1 |  AS Monaco FC | 3 | +4 | 9 |
| 2 |  Paris FC | 3 | +4 | 7 |
| 3 |  Lyon | 3 | +4 | 7 |
| UEFA Europa League | ||||
| 4 |  Lille OSC | 3 | +3 | 7 |
| Conference League qualification | ||||
| 5 |  Stade Rennais FC 1901 | 3 | +2 | 7 |
| 6 |  RC Strasbourg Alsace | 3 | +1 | 6 |
| 7 |  Stade Brestois 29 | 3 | +1 | 5 |
| 8 |  FC Lorient | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 9 |  Estac Troyes | 3 | -3 | 4 |
| 10 |  Olympique de Marseille | 3 | +1 | 3 |
| 11 |  Racing Club de Lens | 3 | +1 | 3 |
| 12 |  Angers | 3 | -1 | 3 |
| 13 |  Paris Saint-Germain FC | 3 | -1 | 2 |
| 14 |  Le Mans | 3 | -1 | 2 |
| 15 |  OGC Nice | 3 | -3 | 2 |
| Relegation | ||||
| 16 |  Le Havre AC | 3 | -2 | 1 |
| 17 |  Toulouse FC | 3 | -3 | 1 |
| 18 |  AJ Auxerre | 3 | -7 | 0 |
Rules and legend
- Champions League
- UEFA Europa League
- Conference League qualification
- Relegation
Full Squad
Defenders
Midfielders
6Hicham BoudaouiMF
6Laurent AbergelMF
6Axel Laurent Angel Lambert WitselMF
7Gauthier HeinMF
8Morgan Stéphane SansonMF
14Youssouf Nyange NdayishimiyeMF
22Issiaga CamaraMF
27Niels Patrick NkounkouMF
38A. CamaraMF
39Djibril CoulibalyMF
87Everton Pereira da SilvaMF
92Jonathan ClaussMF
99Salis Abdul SamedMF
N. LaarejMF
Key Players
Top Players
Season Statistics
Ligue 1Season 2026| Competition | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ligue 12026 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
 Europa League2025 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 15 | 3 |
| Ligue 12025 | 34 | 7 | 11 | 16 | 37 | 60 | 32 |
| Ligue 12024 | 34 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 66 | 41 | 60 |
| Ligue 12023 | 34 | 15 | 10 | 9 | 40 | 29 | 55 |
| Ligue 12022 | 38 | 15 | 13 | 10 | 48 | 37 | 58 |
| Ligue 12021 | 38 | 20 | 7 | 11 | 52 | 36 | 66 |
| Ligue 12020 | 38 | 15 | 7 | 16 | 50 | 53 | 52 |
| Ligue 12019 | 28 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 41 | 38 | 41 |
| Ligue 12018 | 38 | 15 | 11 | 12 | 30 | 35 | 56 |
| Ligue 12017 | 38 | 15 | 9 | 14 | 53 | 52 | 54 |
Transfers
Arrivals (6)
Teremas Igobor MoffiLoan –
29 Jun
V. OrakpoLoan –
29 Jun
Mattia VitiLoan –
29 Jun
Rareş Andrei IlieLoan –
29 Jun- V. OrakpoLoan –
31 Jan
Departures (8)
- Mattia VitiTransfer Free30 Jul
- Mattia VitiTransfer Free29 Jul
- Rareş Andrei IlieTransfer Free
27 Jul 
Maxime DupéTransfer Free
30 Jun- T. GouveiaLoan –
29 Jun
History of Nice
Founding and Early Years
The club was born on 9 July 1904 as Gymnaste Club, initially focused on gymnastics and athletics, before taking the name Olympique Gymnaste Club de Nice on 22 December 1924, following a merger with Gallia FAC.
Club Evolution
Nicknamed "Les Aiglons" (The Eagles) or "Le Gym," the club wear red and black inherited from Gallia FAC. After decades at the Stade du Ray, OGC Nice moved in 2013 to the Allianz Riviera, built for Euro 2016.
Great Managers
Nice's golden age dates back to the 1950s, when the club won four league titles, followed by a long fallow period. The club has more recently returned to European positions, notably under INEOS ownership since 2019.
Iconic Players
Joaquín "Kiki" Valle remains the club's all-time top scorer. Just Fontaine, the legendary French striker and record holder for goals scored in a single World Cup (1958), began his career at Nice.
Major Achievements
OGC Nice have won four Ligue 1 titles (1950-51, 1951-52, 1955-56, 1958-59), three Coupe de France titles, and one Trophée des Champions (1970), with no European trophy.
The Club Today
Led by Olivier Pantaloni and chaired by Maurice Cohen since June 2026, under INEOS ownership, OGC Nice endured a difficult 2025-26 season, finishing 16th and surviving via the play-offs after a 4th-place finish the previous season.
Frequently asked questions
When is OGC Nice's next match?+
OGC Nice face RC Strasbourg Alsace on 10 October 2026.
What is OGC Nice's current standing?+
OGC Nice are currently 15 in Ligue 1 with 2 points.
When was OGC Nice's golden age?+
The 1950s, with four league titles between 1951 and 1959.
Who is Nice's all-time top scorer?+
Joaquín "Kiki" Valle.
Which great French forward began his career at Nice?+
Just Fontaine, record holder for goals in a single World Cup (1958).
What is Nice's home stadium?+
The Allianz Riviera, built for Euro 2016.
Who owns OGC Nice?+
The INEOS group, since 2019.
Who is Nice's current head coach?+
Olivier Pantaloni.
When was OGC Nice founded?+
On 9 July 1904.