Annecy – Laval

Annecy host Laval in what promises to be a decisive clash for both sides, with the home side perched in fourth place on ten points after three wins, a draw and two defeats, and a modest +1 goal difference (8‑7). Laval, languishing at the foot of the table in eighteenth with just four points from one win, one draw and four losses and a –6 deficit (7‑13), will need to turn their fortunes around quickly. The two teams have met only sparingly this season, but Annecy’s recent form suggests they will look to consolidate their top‑four ambitions, while Laval fights to stay clear of the relegation zone. A win for Annecy could solidify their position in the upper half, whereas a point for Laval would be a small but vital step toward climbing out of the drop zone.