Olympique Lyon continued their unbeaten start to the 2026/27 Ligue 1 season with a convincing 4-0 victory over Rennes. The win saw Lyon move to second position on the league table. Ernest Nuamah, a Ghanaian forward, played a crucial role in the match, scoring two goals for Lyon. His performance helped his team secure all three points. The match took place at the Groupama Stadium in Lyon, France.
Nuamah returned to the starting lineup for Lyon after missing the Europa League win over Anderlecht in midweek. He made an immediate impact, scoring the opening goal just seven minutes into the game. The goal came after a pass from Lyon's skipper, Corentin Tolisso. Nuamah finished the chance brilliantly to give Lyon an early lead. His goal set the tone for the rest of the match.
Nuamah had the opportunity to score his second goal of the game 11 minutes later. Tolisso dispossessed his marker and played the ball into Nuamah's path. However, his effort was straight at Rennes goalkeeper Brice Samba, who parried it out for a corner. Despite missing the chance, Nuamah continued to pose a threat to Rennes' defense. His persistence paid off 10 minutes later when he doubled Lyon's lead.
Nuamah's second goal came from a pass by Pavel Sulc, making it 2-0 in favor of Lyon. The goal was a significant milestone for Nuamah, who has now been directly involved in four goals in four league games this season. He has scored three goals and provided one assist so far. Zachary Athekame scored the third goal for Lyon after the recess, and Tolisso added the fourth to seal the win.
Rennes had a difficult match, with their players struggling to contain Lyon's attacks. Quentin Merlin, a Rennes player, looked dejected as Nuamah celebrated his goals. The match ended with a convincing win for Lyon, highlighting their strong form in the league. The result moved Lyon to second position on the league table.
Nuamah's performance in the match has been widely praised. He has been a key player for Lyon this season, contributing significantly to their success. His two goals against Rennes demonstrated his skill and ability on the pitch. Nuamah's form is a positive sign for both Lyon and the Ghana national team.
The win over Rennes was a significant result for Lyon, who are looking to maintain their unbeaten start to the season. The team's next match will be crucial in determining their momentum in the league. For Nuamah, the focus will be on continuing his goal-scoring form and helping Lyon achieve their goals this season.
Key points
- Ernest Nuamah scored twice in Lyon's 4-0 win over Rennes.
- Nuamah has now been directly involved in four goals in four league games this season.
- The win moved Lyon to second position on the league table.
