For some Super Eagles players, it was a tale of contrasting fortunes. Simon played 90 minutes for Nantes as they cruised to a 2-0 victory over Montpellier in Ligue 1 in France.
When the Yellow Canaries welcomed Montpellier to the Stade de la Beaujoire, they continued their remarkable record.
The first half was goalless, although it was not without action, as both teams had chances to score but failed to do so.
The second half got off to a fast start, with Simon having a chance to score just two minutes after the restart, but his shot struck the crossbar.
Despite Montpellier's resurgence, the Yellow Canaries did not give up their fight. Simon was outstanding, assisting with defensive effort and anticipating counterattacks.
In the 90th minute, the Super Eagles star was taken off, with coach Kombouare determined to see out the triumph.
Substitute Willem Geubbels scored the second goal for Nantes in the second minute of stoppage time, putting the final nail in Montpellier's coffin.
David Okereke's Venezia team was humiliated 4-1 at home by Sassuolo in Italy, and it was a bitter pill to swallow for the Nigerian.
Domenico Berardi's penalty brace, as well as goals from Raspadori and Scamacca, were enough to put the Alessio Dionisi-trained team through.
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