The Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers is the setting for a massive six-point relegation battle as Angers host Auxerre for this crucial Ligue 1 Matchday 12 fixture. The home side, Angers, find themselves precariously placed near the bottom of the table in 14th position, just outside the automatic drop zone, despite holding a surprisingly strong home record. They face an Auxerre side deeply entrenched at the foot of the league, currently in 18th position and suffering from a debilitating run of defeats and an inability to find the back of the net. This match is arguably the most vital fixture of the weekend for both clubs, with the outcome potentially determining which side heads into the winter break with a genuine chance of survival. Angers will rely on their home form, while Auxerre desperately needs to end a streak of losses and a scoring drought.
Match Details
This Sunday afternoon Ligue 1 fixture is a high-stakes match in the battle for French top-flight survival.
DetailInformationCompetitionLigue 1 – Matchday 12DateSunday, November 9, 2025Kick-off4:15 PM CET (3:15 PM GMT)VenueStade Raymond Kopa, Angers, France
Team Form and Analysis for Angers
Domestic Form and Home Resilience
Angers are in 14th position in the Ligue 1 table with 10 points from 11 matches. Their league record stands at two wins, four draws, and five defeats.
Le SCO (The SCO) are managing to stay afloat primarily due to their defensive resilience at the Stade Raymond Kopa. While their last league match was a narrow 1-0 away defeat to Lille, which snapped a three-game unbeaten run, their home form provides significant optimism. Angers have only one defeat in their five home league matches this season (W2, D2, L1). Manager Alexandre Dujeux will be looking to their last home fixture, a 2-0 victory against Lorient, as the blueprint for success. A major concern remains their lack of cutting edge in attack, having only scored eight goals in total this season—the second-lowest tally in the league. However, their home defence, which has conceded the fewest goals of any team outside the top eight, will be the foundation they build upon against the league’s lowest-scoring team.
Key Player: Sidiki Cherif
Centre-Forward Sidiki Cherif is the leading goalscorer for Angers this season with three goals. The young striker provides a much-needed focal point in an otherwise struggling attack. Cherif’s ability to find the back of the net in crucial moments, including a goal in the recent home win over Lorient, makes him the most likely source of goals for the home side. Against an Auxerre defence that can be vulnerable under sustained pressure, Cherif’s composure and clinical finishing in the box will be essential for converting Angers’ limited attacking opportunities into a decisive lead.
Team Form and Analysis for Auxerre
Domestic Form and Scoring Drought
Auxerre are in a critical situation, occupying 18th position in the Ligue 1 table with a mere 7 points from 11 matches. Their league record stands at two wins, one draw, and eight defeats.
AJA (Auxerre) are enduring a desperate slump, entering this fixture on the back of three consecutive league defeats, during which time they have failed to score a single goal. This poor run forms part of a larger trend where they have lost five of their last six matches. Their overall defensive record is poor, having conceded 17 goals—only Metz and Lorient have conceded more. Manager Christophe Pélissier is facing intense pressure to turn around their dire away form, which has yielded only one draw and four defeats in their five road games this season, with the team conceding an average of 2.2 goals per away match. The primary task for Auxerre is to find a way to end their scoring drought and shore up a vulnerable away defence.
Key Player: Lassine Sinayoko
Winger Lassine Sinayoko is the joint-top scorer for Auxerre with two goals this season. The Malian international is one of the team’s most dynamic and creative players, capable of utilizing his pace to stretch opposing defences. With Auxerre struggling severely to score, Sinayoko’s ability to create chances, take on full-backs, and provide service to the central strikers will be vital. Given the likely tight nature of the match, any moment of individual brilliance or counter-attacking threat from Sinayoko could be the key to Auxerre ending their goal drought.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
The historical head-to-head record is closely balanced, with recent meetings often ending in tight contests and draws.
MetricAngers WinsDrawsAuxerre WinsTotal Meetings (All Comps)562Angers Home Unbeaten Streak vs Auxerre (Ligue 1)1 win2 draws0 losses (Since 2013)Most Recent Result (Jan 2025)Angers 2-0 Auxerre (H)
The overall record between the two sides in recent history is competitive, with the teams sharing draws almost as often as victories. However, Angers have a significant psychological edge in this fixture: they have not lost to Auxerre at the Stade Raymond Kopa in games dating back to 2013. The most recent meeting between the two clubs was a 2-0 home victory for Angers in January 2025. This historical dominance at home, coupled with Auxerre’s terrible current away form, suggests the visitors will face a major hurdle on Sunday.
Players to Watch
Angers
Himad Abdelli (Attacking Midfielder): The Algerian international is the creative heartbeat of the Angers midfield, capable of supplying the forward line with incisive passes. His work rate and ability to drive forward will be crucial for breaking down Auxerre’s compact structure.
Ousmane Camara (Centre-Back): The young centre-back has been a calming presence in the Angers defence. His aerial strength and positioning will be key to neutralizing any set-piece threat and long balls from Auxerre.
Auxerre
Danny Namaso (Forward): The forward has contributed two goals this season and is a pacey attacker who can stretch the Angers back line. His link-up play and readiness to run into channels will be important for exploiting Angers’ occasional lack of pace in transition.
Elisha Owusu (Defensive Midfielder): The experienced Ghanaian international provides steel and stability in the centre of the park. His ability to break up Angers’ attacks and transition the ball quickly to the wide players will be vital for Auxerre’s counter-attacking strategy.
Prediction
This is a true relegation six-pointer where tactical caution is likely to dominate. Angers, despite their low position, possess a solid home record and a decent defensive structure at the Stade Raymond Kopa. Auxerre’s recent form, marked by a failure to score in their last three outings and a string of defeats, suggests they will struggle significantly. While Auxerre may show fight, Angers’ home defence should be strong enough to withstand the limited pressure, and their attack, led by Sidiki Cherif, is more likely to find the decisive breakthrough against Auxerre’s vulnerable away defence. Expect a tight, low-scoring match that ultimately swings in favour of the home side.
Score Prediction: Angers 1-0 Auxerre
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
This Ligue 1 fixture is scheduled for broadcast across various platforms globally.
In the United Kingdom (UK), the match is available to watch and stream live on TNT Sports and the discovery+ app and website. Coverage begins shortly before the 3:15 PM GMT kick-off.
In the United States (US), the match is available to watch and stream live on beIN SPORTS Connect and Fubo TV. The kick-off time is 11:15 AM ET / 8:15 AM PT.
Check local TV and streaming listings in other regions for the most accurate broadcast information.
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