Melvin Bard
NCESuspension served
Bard has served his one-match suspension and is no longer suspended, making him available for the Ligue 1 playoffs against Saint-Etienne starting on May 26.
Analysis: Bard had been forced to sit out the season finale against Metz after accumulating five yellow cards in French competitions, with Ali El Abdi covering in his absence. The left-back is an undisputed starter in Nice's back line and his return gives coach Claude Puel his preferred defensive setup back for what promises to be a crucial playoff series against Saint-Etienne with a place in next season's Ligue 1 on the line.
Will miss season finale
Bard is set to be suspended after accumulating five yellow cards in French competitions, the league announced.
Analysis: Bard picked up his fifth yellow card in French competitions and is now suspended for the season finale against Metz on May 17. The Aiglons' left-back has been an undisputed starter in the back line and his absence guarantees a shake-up in the starting XI, with Ali El Abdi expected to start in his spot against the Grenats.
Makes five interceptions vs Lens
Bard generated two crosses (zero accurate), five clearances and one tackle in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Lens. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 90th minute.
Analysis: Bard led Nice with a season-high five interceptions during the home draw. The left-back had a good defensive outing, making the second-most clearances for his side. He also received his fifth yellow card in the proccess, though.
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