Clermont secured a 1-0 victory against Lorient in the 12th matchday clash between the bottom-placed teams in Ligue 1.

The Gabriel Montpied Stadium hosted two teams in a fierce battle to avoid relegation. However, Clermont, second to last, emerged victorious with a penalty converted by Shamar Nicholson. They are now two points behind Lorient, who sit in the relegation playoff position.