La Roche VF – Valenciennes

La Roche VF host a struggling Valencian side in what promises to be a decisive encounter for the home team, who sit third in the table with 12 points from three wins and three draws, boasting a solid 7‑4 goal difference. Valenciennes, languishing in 15th place with just five points after one victory, two stalemates and three defeats, have a leaky 5‑9 defence that could be exposed on La Roche’s well‑organised turf. The gap between the sides is stark – La Roche have already amassed twice the points of their visitors and enjoy a markedly better record both offensively and defensively. If the hosts can keep up their unbeaten run, they will likely consolidate their top‑three position, while Valenciennes will need a turnaround to climb out of the relegation mire.