Summary of Ligue 1: Brest, in second place, secured a victory against Strasbourg with Mahdi Camara scoring a hat-trick, while Nantes defeated Lorient.

Mahdi Camara’s sensational hat-trick propelled Brest to a resounding 3-0 victory over Strasbourg in Ligue 1 on Saturday night. The match showcased Camara’s exceptional talent as he found the back of the net on three separate occasions, securing a crucial win for his team.

Starting the day in second place, Brest’s triumph may have only made a slight dent in the title race, as leaders Paris-Saint Germain still maintain a commanding 10-point advantage with a game in hand. However, this victory did extend Brest’s lead over Nice to four points, with Nice set to play their postponed match against Clermont Foot on Sunday.

The hero of the night, Mahdi Camara, played a pivotal role in Brest’s success. He opened the scoring in the 33rd minute and doubled his tally just seven minutes later, putting his team in a commanding position. Camara then completed his hat-trick by converting a penalty in the 60th minute, sealing a memorable performance.

Strasbourg, on the other hand, find themselves in 12th place with 25 points, a mere three points above the relegation zone. The defeat leaves them in a precarious position as they strive to secure their top-flight status.

In an earlier match, Nantes managed to distance themselves from the relegation zone with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over fellow strugglers Lorient. The decisive goal came from the boots of Cameroon international defender Jean-Charles Castelletto, who expertly converted a cross at the back post just four minutes into the second half.

This crucial win sees Nantes climb to 12th place with 25 points, providing them with some much-needed breathing space. Lorient, on the other hand, find themselves in 16th place with 22 points, just four points above the relegation zone.

Overall, it was a thrilling day of football in Ligue 1, with Brest and Nantes emerging as the victors. These results have undoubtedly added excitement to the league, as teams continue to battle for their respective positions.