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Nice 2-1 Angers: Ben Arfa on the spot as visitor pays penalty

Angers led Nice for the majority of their Ligue 1 contest through Pierrick Capelle before Hatem Ben Arfa converted two late penalties.

Hatem Ben Arfa held his nerve to net a pair of late penalties and snatch a 2-1 win for Nice over Angers in Ligue 1.

Angers has been the surprise package in the French top flight this season, soaring to second place on the back of last term's promotion from Ligue 2.

The visitor appeared to be on course for another memorable triumph when Pierrick Capelle coolly slotted home to earn a 24th-minute lead.