Ernest Nuamah Nets Double in Lyon’s Heavy Win Over Rennes
Ghana international Ernest Nuamah delivered an outstanding performance as Lyon run riot over Stade Rennes 4-0 in the French Ligue 1 on Saturday Night.
The 22-year-old scored two of the the four goals to preserve Lyon’s unbeaten start to the new Ligue 1 season after five games.
Nuamah netted twice in the first half, his second and third league goals of the season and his sixth goal contribution in all competitions.
His first arrived in the 7th minute with an assist from Corentin Tolisso before completing his double 23 minutes later.
Zachary Athekame added a third three minutes after recess before Nuamah was replaced in the 73rd minute.
Corentin Tolisso completed the rout with Athekame turning the provider on this occasion.
The win is Lyon’s third of the season in five games and move second on the ligue 1 table with 11 points.