Brest narrowly beats Toulouse to win their first match of the season.

**Brest Narrowly Beats Toulouse to Win Their First Match of the Season**

In a thrilling opener for both teams, Brest edged out Toulouse with a narrow 1-0 victory in their first match of the season. The match, held at Stade Ernest-Wallon, was a clash of two sides aiming to make strong starts to the campaign. Brest, who finished 10th last season, looked to build on their pre-season form, while Toulouse, returning from a relegation battle, hoped to make a statement.

The game started at a steady pace, with both teams probing for an early breakthrough. Toulouse had the first real chance in the 15th minute when captain Brain Hervet fired a powerful shot from outside the box, forcing a impressive save from Brest goalkeeper Quentin Simon. The score remained goalless going into halftime, but the intensity ramped up after the break.

In the 58th minute, Brest took the lead thanks to a stroke of luck. A deflected shot from substitute Ludovic Blas seemed to be heading off-target, but it ricocheted back into the net, leaving Toulouse goalkeeper Jean-Clair Loubanais flustered. The goal sent the home crowd into a frenzy, and Brest looked to hold on for the win.

Toulouse pushed for an equalizer, with Hervet again leading the charge. His close-range shot was saved by Simon, and in the 88th minute, a glancing header from a corner kick by Steve Mounie flew just wide of the target. Despite their efforts, Toulouse couldn't find a breakthrough, and Brest held on for a hard-fought 1-0 victory.

The win moves Brest to the top of the table temporarily, while Toulouse drop to fourth place. Brest’s defense, led by Simon, was instrumental in keeping Toulouse at bay, while the attacking trio of Blas, Mounie, and Gaëtan Laborde proved dangerous. Toulouse, however, will take solace in their many chances and the promise of a long season ahead.

Both teams now look to build momentum as they prepare for their next fixtures. Brest will face Rennes in their next match, while Toulouse aim to bounce back against Nîmes Olympique. For now, Brest can celebrate a well-deserved and hard-fought victory, while Toulouse regain their composure ahead of a busy schedule.