Nice secure Ligue 1 spot with victory over Lyon in Round 33; Breaks into Europa League qualification zone.

Lyon, the reigning champions of France's top-flight league, had their hopes of winning the title dashed as they were defeated by Nice at Stade de Gerland on Sunday afternoon. The result means that Nice will be joining the Europa League qualifiers next season, while Lyon will have to settle for third place and look forward to a potential battle against Paris Saint-Germain for the second-placed spot.

The match was a tense affair, with both teams showing no signs of giving up until the final whistle. Lyon dominated possession throughout the game but failed to create any clear-cut opportunities to break through. On the other hand, Nice showed great resilience and determination, constantly threatening Lyon's goal and creating chances to score.

In the end, it was Nice who came out on top, securing all three points and moving one step closer to qualifying for Europe. The win also puts them firmly in the hunt for a Champions League spot next season, as they sit just two points behind leaders Paris Saint-Germain.

For Lyon, the defeat is a blow to their hopes of retaining their title. They will now have to focus on their domestic league campaign and hope to finish above Nice to avoid a relegation play-off.

Overall, it was another tough weekend for the French giants, with their hopes of defending their title severely dented. However, there is still time for them to bounce back and make a strong fight for the title come the end of the season.