### Nantes Narrowly Beat Montpellier in the Premier League Match, Muani Scores Winner for the End of Three-Game Winless Streak

In a thrilling encounter at Parc Olympique de Nantes on Saturday, Nantes secured their first league victory of the season with a narrow 1-0 defeat over Montpellier. The match was closely contested throughout, but Nantes managed to hold off Montpellier's late surge and secure a crucial three-game winning streak.

The game started with both teams displaying high intensity from the outset. Nantes' attacking play was particularly impressive, with Moussa Diaby setting up several chances in the first half. However, Montpellier's defense held firm, and they were able to keep the scorecard blank until the final whistle.

In the closing stages, it became apparent that Montpellier had a chance to tie the game. With just minutes remaining, Montpellier's striker, Yannick Bolasie, received a free kick near the penalty spot. Despite his best efforts, he couldn't find the back of the net as Nantes goalkeeper, Romain Gignac, made a superb save.

However, Nantes didn't let Montpellier take all the points. In the dying moments of the match, Nantes midfielder, Thomas Mousset, took advantage of a corner kick to send a powerful header into the top right corner of the net. This goal proved decisive, ending Montpellier's hopes of salvaging a point and giving Nantes the much-needed win.

Muani, who has been struggling with form this season, scored the winner for Nantes. His effort came after a series of pressing runs and clever passing, culminating in a perfect finish. This was a moment of redemption for the forward, who had not found the net since his last goal against Arsenal two weeks ago.

The victory also marked the end of Nantes' three-game winless streak. They now have four wins in five matches, which is a significant improvement over their previous run of seven consecutive defeats. This run of performances could be crucial for Nantes' chances of securing a playoff spot in the upcoming Europa League competition.

Montpellier, meanwhile, suffered their fourth defeat in five games, leaving them in a precarious position in the table. They will need to bounce back quickly if they want to maintain any hope of avoiding relegation.

The result and performance of this match highlight the unpredictability of football and the importance of maintaining focus and discipline under pressure. Both teams showed resilience and determination, ultimately leading to a satisfying conclusion to what was a close and exciting match.