OGC Nice claimed a 3-2 victory over Sheffield United in an entertaining pre-season friendly at the Allianz Riviera on Thursday, July 31, 2025. The match served as a valuable fitness exercise for both sides, with Nice ultimately holding off a late fightback from the English Championship team. The French Ligue 1 side started brightly, scoring two early goals to take a commanding lead within the first half-hour. Sheffield United managed to pull one back before halftime, setting up an intriguing second period. Nice restored their two-goal cushion early in the second half with a well-taken finish, a lead that seemed comfortable. However, Sheffield United showed great spirit, scoring again in the final ten minutes to set up a nervy finish, but Nice managed to see out the remaining time. The friendly provided both managers with useful insights into their squad's readiness, with standout performances from attacking players on both teams. While the result is secondary in a pre-season context, the competitive nature of the match will please both coaching staffs.