FC Nantes Reserve Wins Challenge Espoirs on Penalties

The Challenge Espoirs final was played on Wednesday 20 May. The match featured the reserve sides of FC Nantes and Olympique de Marseille. Both teams entered the contest looking to claim the trophy. The encounter was tightly contested, with neither side breaking the dead‑lock in regular time. After a 0‑0 scoreline at the end of regulation, the outcome was decided by a penalty shootout. The shootout provided the decisive moment of the final. FC Nantes reserve emerged victorious, converting five penalties to Olympique de Marseille’s three. The 5‑3 shootout result secured the title for Nantes. The triumph means the Nantes reserve side does not finish the season empty‑handed. It adds a trophy to their campaign. The win highlights the depth of the FC Nantes academy and its ability to perform under pressure. The club will look to build on this success in the coming season.