Watch as Sochaux takes on Valenciennes in a gripping French National game on 02.05.2026. Our predictions favor Sochaux, known for their strong gameplay. Review our in-depth analysis and consider placing your bet on the favorite!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dijon | 29 | 16 | 11 | 2 | 46/20 | 59 |
| 2 | Sochaux | 29 | 16 | 8 | 5 | 47/21 | 56 |
| 3 | Fleury 91 | 29 | 14 | 9 | 6 | 42/26 | 51 |
| 10 | Concarneau | 29 | 8 | 11 | 10 | 30/35 | 35 |
| 11 | Valenciennes | 29 | 10 | 6 | 13 | 32/40 | 35 |
| 12 | Aubagne | 29 | 8 | 9 | 12 | 33/42 | 33 |
Key Player Statistics: Sochaux vs Valenciennes
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x 1Sochaux vs Valenciennes Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National 1 | Valenciennes | Sochaux | 12.12.2025 | 0-3 |
| National 1 | Valenciennes | Sochaux | 14.03.2025 | 1-0 |
| National 1 | Sochaux | Valenciennes | 18.10.2024 | 2-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Sochaux | Valenciennes | 31.01.2023 | 4-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Valenciennes | Sochaux | 01.10.2022 | 2-1 |
| Ligue 2 | Valenciennes | Sochaux | 07.05.2022 | 1-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Sochaux | Valenciennes | 21.12.2021 | 1-1 |
| Ligue 2 | Sochaux | Valenciennes | 15.02.2021 | 2-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Valenciennes | Sochaux | 17.10.2020 | 0-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Valenciennes | Sochaux | 14.02.2020 | 3-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National 1 | Sochaux | Bourg-en-bresse 01 | 24.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| National 1 | Dijon | Sochaux | 17.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| National 1 | Sochaux | Fleury 91 | 10.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| National 1 | Versailles | Sochaux | 03.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| National 1 | Sochaux | Quevilly | 27.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| National 1 | Aubagne | Sochaux | 20.03.2026 | 1-4 |
| National 1 | Sochaux | Concarneau | 13.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| National 1 | Sochaux | Villefranche | 27.02.2026 | 2-1 |
| National 1 | Caen | Sochaux | 20.02.2026 | 1-3 |
| National 1 | Sochaux | Gobelins | 13.02.2026 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | Valenciennes | Francs Borains | 09.01.2026 | 3-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Valenciennes | Olympic Charleroi | 06.01.2026 | 3-0 |
| National 1 | Valenciennes | Dijon | 24.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| National 1 | Fleury 91 | Valenciennes | 17.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| National 1 | Valenciennes | Versailles | 10.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| National 1 | Quevilly | Valenciennes | 03.04.2026 | 3-2 |
| National 1 | Valenciennes | Aubagne | 27.03.2026 | 0-0 |
| National 1 | Concarneau | Valenciennes | 20.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| National 1 | Villefranche | Valenciennes | 06.03.2026 | 2-3 |
| National 1 | Valenciennes | Caen | 28.02.2026 | 2-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Sochaux VS Valenciennes
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Sochaux vs Valenciennes
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Betting Intelligence: Sochaux vs Valenciennes
This one means everything for Sochaux. Sitting second in the French National with 56 points from 29 games, they are firmly in the promotion picture. Every point matters now. Valenciennes, meanwhile, are parked in mid-table with 35 points and nothing but pride left to play for. That difference in motivation could define this match before a ball is even kicked.
The head-to-head record tells a brutal story for Valenciennes. Sochaux have been dominant in this fixture recently. They hammered Valenciennes 3-0 away just a few months ago. Before that, they won 2-0 at home in October 2024. And cast your mind back to January 2023 in Ligue 2 — a staggering 4-0 thrashing. This is not a rivalry of equals right now.
Here's what you need to watch for beyond the obvious form gap. Sochaux have conceded just 21 goals in 29 league games. That is a defense built like a wall. Valenciennes, on the other hand, have shipped 40. That eight-goal swing in goal difference is one of the most telling numbers in this entire division right now.
Don't be fooled by Valenciennes showing some recent signs of life. Yes, they beat Concarneau away and Villefranche on the road in March. But at home they drew with Aubagne and lost to Dijon. Their performances lack consistency. Sochaux, despite a stumble against Versailles and a draw with Fleury, bounced back brilliantly with a 4-1 win away at Aubagne and a 2-1 victory over Bourg-en-Bresse last time out.
The surprising insight that casual fans will miss? Sochaux's away form has been electric. They won at Caen, at Orleans, at Aubagne, and at Bourg-en-Bresse across their recent run. Promotion-chasing teams travel and win. That mentality is everything.
From a betting perspective, the 1.62 on Sochaux represents genuine value given that context. I would lean heavily toward backing them to win and keep a clean sheet. The Asian Handicap market with Sochaux giving a head start also deserves serious attention. Predict a 2-0 or 3-0 home win, echoing almost exactly what happened in reverse fixture this season.
My prediction is clear. Sochaux win 2-0. Their defensive discipline suffocates Valenciennes, and clinical finishing does the rest. This is a promotion six-pointer for Sochaux's ambitions. They will not throw it away at home.
Buckle up. When Sochaux smell promotion, they play with a fire that mid-table teams simply cannot match.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Masson | France | 27 | Midfielder | 177 | 74 |
| B. Gomel | France | 27 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| J. Mexique | Martinique | 31 | Midfielder | 175 | 70 |
| K. Djoco | France | 30 | Attacker | 186 | 79 |
| Dylan Tavares | Cape Verde | 29 | Defender | 172 | 60 |
| A. Pierre | Haiti | 25 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 88 |
| A. Boutoutaou | Algeria | 25 | Attacker | 174 | 63 |
| A. Vitelli | France | 25 | Defender | 189 | 80 |
| J. Vetro | France | 22 | Attacker | 178 | 70 |
| M. Lecolier | France | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| V. Joseph | Haiti | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Saidi | France | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| S. Loubao | France | 20 | Attacker | 181 | n/a |
| Elson Mendes | France | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| M. Schübler-Lecart | France | 19 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| E. Dodé | France | 19 | Defender | 169 | n/a |
| É. N'Gatta | France | 20 | Defender | 182 | n/a |
| H. Bayanginisa | Congo DR | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Sidibé | Mali | 20 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| P. Monthieu | France | 17 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Courtet | France | 37 | Attacker | 180 | 76 |
| R. Boissier | France | 32 | Midfielder | 180 | 73 |
| S. Baghdadi | France | 28 | Attacker | 189 | n/a |
| S. Belloumou | France | 32 | Midfielder | 176 | 70 |
| M. Oyewusi | Nigeria | 27 | Attacker | 184 | 74 |
| M. Rouai | France | 25 | Midfielder | 184 | 76 |
| A. Ipiélé | France | 28 | Attacker | 180 | 69 |
| Derrick Abu | England | 22 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| J. Moursou | Niger | 21 | Midfielder | 183 | 73 |
| El Hadari | Madagascar | 19 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| J. Lacombe | France | 23 | Goalkeeper | 192 | 81 |
| E. Moké | France | 25 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| J. Collet | France | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. Appuah | France | 21 | Attacker | 185 | n/a |
| K. Diomandé | France | 22 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| E. Mbondo | France | 20 | Defender | 180 | 71 |
| C. Diouf | Senegal | 22 | Attacker | 183 | 75 |
| A. Diomandé | Mali | 23 | Defender | 174 | n/a |
| S. Basse | Senegal | 22 | Defender | 182 | 79 |
| K. Kouakou | France | 19 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
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