OGC OGC Nice has found a new momentum, qualifying for the Coupe de France final after a 2-0 victory against Strasbourg and a 0-0 draw at Lille. This performance comes as the club battles to maintain its Ligue 1 status, a campaign previously described as "miserable" by goalkeeper Maxime Dupé. The impact of striker Elye Wahi and a strengthened defense are at the heart of this resurgence.

Currently 15th in the Ligue 1 standings, OGC OGC Nice sees this run of positive results brighten a difficult season. Maxime Dupé emphasized the importance of this dynamic, hoping that Ligue 1 survival, combined with a victory in the final against Lens on May 22, could transform a bleak campaign into an "almost exceptional" season.

The most notable change is the adoption of a coordinated press, visible in matches at Lille and against Strasbourg. According to Morgan Sanson, a wake-up call occurred after the 1-3 defeat at Strasbourg on April 4, where data exposed a disjointed press. The club then resolved to defend differently, prioritizing out-of-possession play, with 38% possession at Lille and 34% at Strasbourg, and only one goal conceded across the last three matches, including the 1-1 draw with Le Havre on April 12.

Growing assurance at the back has been a key factor. Antoine Mendy, Juma Bah, and Kojo Oppong look far sturdier than during a chaotic start when injuries to important players like Dante, Moïse Bombito, Youssouf Ndayishimiye, and Mohamed Abdelmonem forced them together. Mendy has emerged as the standout centre-back, Bah has tightened up the defense, and Oppong is close to being one of their best summer additions.

Winter signing Elye Wahi has been decisive, striking twice on Wednesday and now boasting six goals in 14 outings. He is now a primary offensive threat alongside Mohamed-Ali Cho, whose style of play perfectly suits the team's transition game. Wahi is likely to be central again in the upcoming match at Marseille on Sunday at 20:45, then against Lens on May 2, with the club's Ligue 1 survival potentially hinging on his performances.

OGC OGC Nice had not previously avoided defeat for more than three matches in a row in all competitions, and can change that statistic this Sunday at Marseille. This positive streak is an encouraging sign for the challenges ahead, particularly the Coupe de France final against Lens on May 22, a match that could crown their resurrection.