SAINT-OUEN, France (Interstat) — Red Star opened its Ligue 2 season with a 2-1 victory over Nancy on Friday at Stade Bauer. Defender Josué Escartin scored twice in the first half, netting in the 26th and 53rd minutes to give the hosts a commanding lead. Nancy’s Saîf-Eddine Khaoui pulled a goal back in the 84th minute, but the visiting side could not find an equalizer. The match defied a Interstat projection of a 1-1 draw. Red Star began its campaign with a win, while Nancy started with a loss. The physical contest featured five yellow cards, with four issued in a contentious first half.