**Nice's Emmanuel Rivière's 3-Game Goal Scoring Run Ends as He Helps the Team Secure a Victory in Round 24 of Ligue 1**
Emmanuel Rivière's impressive three-game goal-scoring streak came to an end in Round 24 of Ligue 1 as Nice secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Montpellier HSC at the Stade de France. Despite failing to net a goal in the match, Rivière played a pivotal role in the game, assisting on the decisive second-half goal that sealed the win.
The match started at a brisk pace, with both sides creating chances in the first half. Rivière, who had scored in three consecutive games prior to this fixture, was lively in attack but could not break the deadlock himself. His creativity and unselfish play, however, was evident as he set up team-mate Gaëtan Laborde for the winning goal just after the interval.
The Stade de France witnessed some tense moments, with Montpellier pushing for an equalizer in the latter stages. Rivière, despite his quiet performance in front of goal, continued to be a constant threat, showcasing his link-up play and work rate. His defensive contributions also played a part in keeping Montpellier at bay, as Nice held on for a crucial three points.
Head coach David Guadallena praised Rivière's all-around performance, stating, "Emmanuel is a key player for this team, and while he didn't score today, his assist and overall influence were vital to the result." The manager also emphasized the importance of the victory, which sees Nice move to 13th place in the league table, just three points above the relegation zone.
While Rivière's goal-scoring drought may raise eyebrows, his ability to impact games in other ways remains a cornerstone of Nice's success. With the season reaching its latter stages, the 29-year-old will no doubt be looking to get back on the scoresheet soon, but for now, his contributions continue to be invaluable to a team on the brink of securing Ligue 1 safety.