Ducs d'Angers Defeat Nice, Advance to Ligue Magnus Semi-Finals

Olivier Archambault's performance was key in the comeback victory over Nice.

Mar. 24, 2026 at 8:52am

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The Ducs d'Angers hockey team mounted a comeback after falling behind early, defeating Nice 3-2 on Monday, March 23rd, and securing their spot in the Ligue Magnus semi-finals. Olivier Archambault played a crucial role in the victory.

Why it matters

The Ducs d'Angers' victory over Nice means they will now face off against Grenoble in the semi-finals of the Ligue Magnus, the top professional ice hockey league in France. This matchup between two of the league's top teams is sure to be an exciting one for hockey fans.

The details

Nice took an early 2-0 lead with goals from Jordan Mugnier and Nicolas Ruel, but the Ducs d'Angers were able to mount a comeback, though details on how Olivier Archambault specifically contributed to the victory were not provided. The Ducs d'Angers will now face Grenoble in the semi-finals, with the first two games scheduled for Friday and Saturday in Isère.

  • The game was played on Monday, March 23rd, 2026.
  • The Ducs d'Angers and Grenoble will play the first two semi-final games on Friday and Saturday in Isère.

The players

Olivier Archambault

A key player for the Ducs d'Angers who played a crucial role in their comeback victory over Nice.

Jordan Mugnier

A player for Nice who scored one of the team's two goals in the early stages of the game.

Nicolas Ruel

A player for Nice who scored the other goal in the early stages of the game.

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What’s next

The Ducs d'Angers and Grenoble will face off in the first two semi-final games on Friday and Saturday in Isère.

The takeaway

The Ducs d'Angers' comeback victory over Nice showcases their resilience and ability to overcome early deficits, setting up an exciting semi-final matchup against Grenoble in the Ligue Magnus.