**Brest Beats Clermont 1-0 as Le Douaron Ends Two-Game Winless Streak with Winner**
**Match Summary**
In a hard-fought encounter, Brest secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Clermont on Saturday, ending their two-game winless streak in style. The match was settled in the 57th minute when French midfielder Lucas Le Douaron scored the decisive goal, slotting home from the penalty spot after being fouled in the box. This goal not only handed Brest their first win since their defeat against Lorient but also marked the end of Le Douaron's personal two-game slump.
**Le Douaron's Crucial Goal**
Le Douaron, who had been struggling to find the back of the net in Brest's previous two games, delivered a vital performance against Clermont. His clinical finish in the second half was the turning point, and his teammates will be breathing a sigh of relief as the goal finally lifted the team's spirits. The midfielder’s composure in front of goal was a highlight, and his contribution will be crucial as Brest aim to build momentum in their next fixtures.
**Manager's Reaction**
Speaking after the match, Brest head coach Alexander Tuchevsky praised Le Douaron’s importance to the team. “Lucas has been working hard in training, and today he took his chance,” Tuchevsky said. “This goal will give the team a lot of confidence. It’s a crucial win for us, and we’ll use this momentum moving forward.”
**Reaction and Impact**
Brest’s win moves them up to ninth place in the table, and with this much-needed boost in confidence, they’ll be looking to carry this form into their next matches. Meanwhile, Clermont will need to regroup after a disappointing defeat, as they search for consistency in their performances.
In a match that was decided by a single moment of brilliance, Lucas Le Douaron’s goal not only ended his personal drought but also reignited Brest’s belief that they can challenge higher up the table in the coming weeks.