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Olivier Pantaloni fields youthful OGC Nice side against Lorient

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:05 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Olivier Pantaloni fields youthful OGC Nice side against Lorient

Summary

Olivier Pantaloni is set to manage OGC Nice for the first time as they face FC Lorient at the Allianz Riviera. The match takes place amid a stadium ban due to prior disturbances, resulting in a youthful lineup for Nice. Key players like Kojo Peprah Oppong and Laurent Abergel will miss the match, alongside others not fully fit to play. This will lead to several academy graduates featuring prominently in the game as Nice looks to adjust their roster amidst offseason changes.

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By the Numbers

•Pantaloni's first match in charge of OGC Nice is against FC Lorient.
•Nice is under a stadium ban, playing at an empty Allianz Riviera.
•Multiple key players are unavailable due to injuries and fitness issues.
•Youth academy graduates are expected to play significant roles in the match.
•The game is part of the new season kickoff for both teams.

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9:05 AMYahoo Sports — OGC Nice predicted XI v Lorient: Olivier Pantaloni to field youthful side in first game

What they're saying

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Olivier Pantaloni is expected to field a very youthful side in his first game as manager of OGC Nice. He will face his former club, FC Lorient, at an empty Allianz Riviera. Nice are now in the final ...
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