Lyon and Nice faced off in the penalty shootout at the Stade de France on Sunday evening, with Lionel Messi's team taking the lead after two goals from Alexis Sanchez. However, it was not enough as the hosts eventually won 4-2 on penalties.

The match started brightly for both teams, with Messi and Alexis Sanchez scoring early goals for Lyon. However, Nice managed to keep their composure and held onto the lead until the final whistle.

In the penalty shootout, Lyon's goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made some crucial saves, including a double save against Nicolas Pepe and Antoine Griezmann. But Nice's penalty taker Thomas Lemar scored twice, giving his team the win.

Despite the loss, Lyon still managed to share points with Nice, with each team earning one point. The match was tense throughout, with both teams showing great skill and determination in the second half.

This penalty shootout victory for Nice is significant as they have now secured a spot in the Champions League knockout stages for the first time since 2019. It also marks a return to form for Nice, who had struggled to maintain consistency during the season.

Overall, this match was exciting and thrilling, with both teams showing great spirit and skill on the pitch. It will be interesting to see how these teams perform in the upcoming seasons and whether they can continue to challenge for European football glory.