Ligue 1: Mbemba named Man of the Match against Nantes! (Photo) | OneFootball

Mbemba in the team of the week for Ligue 1 matchday 8

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Congolese defender Chancel Mbemba shone during the clash between Lille and Nantes, counting for the eighth round of Ligue 1, which ended in a 2-0 victory for Lille.

Lille’s goals were scored by Icelandic international Hakon Arnar Haraldsson (8th minute) and Moroccan Hamza Igamane (89th minute).

Mbemba stood out at the back, earning the Man of the Match (MVP) award with a rating of 7.8. He won 7 ground duels and 2 aerial duels, made 4 decisive tackles and 6 clearances, while touching the ball 80 times.

Mbemba in the team of the week for Ligue 1 matchday 8

The defender’s influence doesn’t stop there: he also features in the team of the week for matchday eight published by L’Équipe, underlining his leadership role and experience at the heart of Lille’s defense.

Lille will be looking to keep up their momentum next Thursday, when they host PAOK Salonika for the second round of the Europa League, after kicking off the competition with a crucial 1-0 away win over AS Roma.