Grenoble – Nantes

Grenoble host a struggling Nantes side in what promises to be a pivotal Ligue 2 encounter. The hosts sit 12th with seven points from six games, having scored seven and conceded ten, while Nantes languish in 17th place on four points, also with seven goals but a heavier 12‑goals deficit. Both teams have only managed a single win this season, and their recent form mirrors each other, each with one draw and a string of defeats. A positive result could see Grenoble climb into the top half, whereas Nantes will be desperate to halt their slide and keep any hope of survival alive. The head‑to‑head will likely be tight, given the identical goal tallies but differing defensive records.