Reims – Nantes

Reims head into the clash at home perched in second place with 12 points from three wins and three draws, boasting a comfortable 14‑8 goal difference. Nantes, languishing in 17th spot, have gathered just four points after one victory, one draw and four defeats, and sit on a –5 goal balance. The gap in the table suggests a clear advantage for the Ligue 1 leaders, yet the recent head‑to‑head record could still provide a platform for an upset. With Reims looking to consolidate their position near the summit and Nantes fighting to climb out of the relegation zone, the encounter promises a stark contrast in ambition and form.