Valenciennes – Thionville Lusitanos

Match analysis

Valenciennes host Thionville Lusitanos in what promises to be a decisive clash in the lower half of the table. The home side sit 15th with just five points from one win, two draws and three defeats, having scored five and conceded nine, while the visitors sit comfortably in fourth place on 11 points after three victories, two draws and a single loss, boasting a modest 12‑10 goal difference. The gap in points and form makes Thionville the clear favourites, yet Valenciennes will be eager to close the six‑point deficit and climb out of the relegation zone on their own turf. A win for the hosts could spark a late‑season revival, whereas Thionville will look to cement their push for the top spots with another three points.