Simbakoli and Allevinah lead Angers past Les Herbiers

Angers made a blistering start at home, taking the lead through M. U. Simbakoli inside the opening ten minutes. The early goal set the tone for what would prove a productive afternoon, though Les Herbiers responded well and levelled the match through an own goal effort in the 17th minute. The visitors showed enough in the opening stages to suggest they would provide a genuine test, but Angers controlled the tempo for long spells.

The hosts reasserted their authority in the second half, with Allevinah restoring their advantage in the 69th minute. He then doubled his tally eleven minutes later to put the game beyond doubt, finishing clinically to secure a 3-1 scoreline that reflected Angers' overall dominance. Les Herbiers never managed to threaten a comeback after falling two goals behind, their challenge petering out as the match progressed.

Angers' defensive shape improved noticeably after the interval, making it difficult for Les Herbiers to carve out meaningful chances. The home side's midfield controlled possession effectively in the final stages, allowing them to manage the game without breaking a sweat. Allevinah's double performance highlighted his sharpness in front of goal, a real positive ahead of the new season.

The victory represents a solid workout for Angers as they prepare for the campaign ahead. Friendly matches often lack intensity, but this display showed the hosts have attacking firepower to build on. Les Herbiers can take positives from their first-half display, though they will need to improve their defensive organisation when competitive football resumes.