L1 Playoffs: Wahi scores a double before the World Cup and saves Nice

A few days before the 2026 World Cup, the Ivorian striker Elye Wahi found the net at the best moment. Scorer of a double at the end of the game, he greatly contributed to keeping OGC Nice in Ligue 1 after the victory of Aiglons against AS Saint-Étienne (4-1), on Friday, during the second half of the play-off.

In a game that had long been undecided, Nice made the difference in the final minutes. While the score was 2-1, Wahi definitely stunned Saint-Etienne by scoring two goals in the 88th and 90th+3 minutes. Already dangerous throughout the match, the Ivorian center-forward was finally rewarded for his efforts.

This performance is timely for the 23-year-old player, who is about to play the World Cup with Côte d'Ivoire. Thanks to this success, Nice ensures its place in the French elite for next season, while Saint-Étienne remains in Ligue 2.