Strasbourg thrashes Angers 2-0, Diallo, Gameiro score in dominant victory

Strasbourg thrashed Angers 2-0 in the first leg of their Champions League group stage match at the Stade de France on Sunday.

In the second leg, Strasbourg took the lead after 17 minutes through the goals of Yannick Bolasie and Thierry Henry. However, Angers fought back with a brace from Mathieu Flamini and a penalty by Jérémy Ménez.

The game was dominated by Strasbourg, who controlled possession and played with precision. The French side were able to exploit the gaps left by Angers, scoring two goals in the opening half hour.

Bolasie opened the scoring for Strasbourg just before half time with a neat finish from the edge of the box. He then added his second goal three minutes later when he headed home from a corner kick from a corner play.

Meanwhile, Mathieu Flamini scored the third goal for Angers in the 68th minute with a stunning volley from close range. It was a powerful strike that found its way into the top corner of the net.

However, it was not all about individual brilliance; the team's collective efforts also paid off. Strasbourg had been without their captain and centre-back, but they managed to create chances in the second half as well. Yannick Bolasie, Thierry Henry, and Thierry Henry were all involved in some spectacular saves throughout the game.

Despite their early dominance, Strasbourg looked to be outmatched in the second leg. However, the French side proved too strong against their hosts and ended up winning the game 2-0.

The victory was a huge boost for the Strasbourg fans, who have been waiting for this moment since last year's quarter-final defeat. They will now look forward to the next round of matches against Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid.

Overall, it was a thrilling performance by both teams, with Strasbourg showing great composure and determination. Their victory over Angers was a testament to their ability to adapt to different styles of football and still win games.