Brest Aims to End Winless Streak Against Angers in Ligue 1 Clash

BREST, France — On Sunday, March 9, 2025, Stade Brestois will host Angers SCO in a crucial Ligue 1 match at Stade Francis-Le Ble, as both teams aim to improve their standings in the league.

Brest enters the match desperate for a win after a dismal seven-game winless streak that has left them in 10th place, six points shy of the European competition spots. Their most recent outing was a disappointing 2-1 loss against Lyon, where they relinquished an early penalty lead and ultimately suffered the consequences of persistent inconsistency. ‘We need to convert chances into points, and this match is critical for our confidence,’ Brest coach Eric Roy stated.

To complicate matters, Brest has struggled at home, with four losses and one draw in their last five matches at Stade Francis-Le Ble. Hence, securing three points will require elevating their performance levels significantly on their turf. If Brest wins, they could leapfrog rivals Lens and Toulouse and narrow the gap to just three points from the European qualification places. However, a defeat would exacerbate their plight and allow Angers to draw closer in the standings.

On the other hand, Angers arrives with mixed results in their recent matches, having recorded one win, two draws, and three losses in their last six encounters. Although they are currently in 13th place, just seven points above the relegation playoff zone, they can see this match against a struggling Brest as a chance to accumulate vital points. ‘This is an opportunity for us to capitalize on our opponents’ poor form,’ Angers manager Abdel Bouhazama commented. Angers will look to recover from a heavy 4-0 defeat to Toulouse, which followed a disappointing exit from the Coupe de France.

Historically, clashes between these two sides have been competitive, with both teams sharing a similar winning percentage in their past encounters. However, with Angers performing better on the road, their chances of victory appear promising.

In terms of team news, Brest is hopeful that their left-back will rejoin the squad, though he is not expected to start as he continues to regain fitness from a lengthy injury. The core of their defense is likely to feature veteran players, including Kenny Lala and Chardonnet. In contrast, Angers will miss key center-back, who has not appeared since January.

As they gear up for this pivotal fixture, players and coaching staff from both teams are acutely aware of the stakes involved. A win could breathe new life into Brest’s European ambitions while pushing Angers closer to mid-table security.