Guingamp – Montpellier

Guingamp host a crucial Ligue 2 clash against third‑placed Montpellier, who sit on 11 points after three wins, two draws and a single defeat, boasting a modest +1 goal difference (5‑4). The home side sit seventh with eight points from six games, their record perfectly balanced at two wins, two draws and two losses and an even 9‑9 tally. Montpellier will look to extend their narrow lead over the promotion race, while Guingamp hopes to close the gap and climb out of the mid‑table deadlock. Both teams enter the encounter on opposite trajectories, setting up a tantalising battle for three points.