Bard and Abergel see France reaching the final

OGC Nice players Melvin Bard and Laurent Abergel shared their predictions for the World Cup semifinal between France and Spain, set for Tuesday in Dallas. Bard, a former Nice captain, expects a French win (3-1), while Abergel, who joined this summer from Lorient, foresees a tighter match (2-1).

Who will score for France?

Melvin Bard named Kylian Mbappé, Michael Olise, and William Saliba as potential French goalscorers. “Olise will score,” he said, referencing his former France U21 teammate. Laurent Abergel also tipped Mbappé and Olise as likely marksmen.

Why this matters for Nice fans

Though OGC Nice sits 9th in Ligue 1 with 0 goals scored and 0 conceded this season, its players’ performances for France draw attention. Bard and Abergel, key figures for the club, share their insights on the match, strengthening the bond between Nice and Les Bleus.

What’s next after the semifinal?

If France wins, they’ll face the winner of the other semifinal in the final. For OGC Nice, the Ligue 1 season has just begun, with their first match coming up—a chance to rebound after a slow start.