Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Annecy vs Pau in the Ligue 2. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:00 BST match.Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Annecy vs Pau in the Ligue 2. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:00 BST match.
Match Details
- Fixture: Annecy vs Pau
- Date: Friday, 24 April 2026
- Kick-off: 19:00 BST
- Venue: Parc des Sports
Our predictions for Annecy vs Pau
Match Prediction: Annecy 1-1 Pau
Annecy will be looking to build on their recent 5-1 thrashing of Nancy, and with home advantage, they might fancy their chances against Pau. Their attacking lineup, spearheaded by Thibault Rambaud, could exploit any defensive lapses from Pau. However, Pau’s recent form suggests they won’t be pushovers, having secured a solid 2-1 victory over Guingamp.Annecy will be looking to build on their recent 5-1 thrashing of Nancy, and with home advantage, they might fancy their chances against Pau. Their attacking lineup, spearheaded by Thibault Rambaud, could exploit any defensive lapses from Pau. However, Pau’s recent form suggests they won’t be pushovers, having secured a solid 2-1 victory over Guingamp.
Pau’s defensive setup in a 5-3-2 formation might frustrate Annecy’s attacking ambitions. With both teams having shown resilience in recent matches, this could be a tightly contested affair.Pau’s defensive setup in a 5-3-2 formation might frustrate Annecy’s attacking ambitions. With both teams having shown resilience in recent matches, this could be a tightly contested affair.
Form Guide & Team Overview
Annecy
Annecy’s recent form has been a mixed bag, but their latest 5-1 victory over Nancy will have boosted their confidence significantly. Prior to that, they managed a goalless draw against Montpellier and a narrow win over Guingamp, showing they can grind out results when needed. However, their earlier heavy defeat to Saint-Étienne and a loss to Troyes suggest vulnerabilities that Pau might look to exploit.Annecy’s recent form has been a mixed bag, but their latest 5-1 victory over Nancy will have boosted their confidence significantly. Prior to that, they managed a goalless draw against Montpellier and a narrow win over Guingamp, showing they can grind out results when needed. However, their earlier heavy defeat to Saint-Étienne and a loss to Troyes suggest vulnerabilities that Pau might look to exploit.
Recent Ligue 2 Results:
- Win: 5-1 vs Nancy (A)
- Draw: 0-0 vs Montpellier (H)
- Win: 1-0 vs Guingamp (H)
- Loss: 0-4 vs Saint-Étienne (A)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Troyes (H)
Pau
Pau comes into this match on the back of a strong run, having won four of their last five matches. Their recent 2-1 win against Guingamp and a 1-0 victory over Amiens SC highlight their ability to edge out tight games. Despite a 4-0 drubbing by Le Mans, they bounced back well, indicating a resilient squad capable of handling pressure.Pau comes into this match on the back of a strong run, having won four of their last five matches. Their recent 2-1 win against Guingamp and a 1-0 victory over Amiens SC highlight their ability to edge out tight games. Despite a 4-0 drubbing by Le Mans, they bounced back well, indicating a resilient squad capable of handling pressure.
Recent Ligue 2 Results:
- Win: 2-1 vs Guingamp (H)
- Win: 1-0 vs Amiens SC (A)
- Loss: 0-4 vs Le Mans (A)
- Draw: 0-0 vs Montpellier (H)
- Win: 1-0 vs Clermont (A)
Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record between Annecy and Pau has been fairly balanced, with both teams securing wins in recent encounters. Annecy’s last victory over Pau was a convincing 3-0 win back in September 2023. However, Pau has had the upper hand in the most recent meetings, winning the last two encounters. This suggests a competitive fixture where both sides will be eager to assert their dominance.The head-to-head record between Annecy and Pau has been fairly balanced, with both teams securing wins in recent encounters. Annecy’s last victory over Pau was a convincing 3-0 win back in September 2023. However, Pau has had the upper hand in the most recent meetings, winning the last two encounters. This suggests a competitive fixture where both sides will be eager to assert their dominance.
Recent Ligue 2 Results
- Pau 2-0 Annecy (09 Aug 2025)
- Pau 1-0 Annecy (28 Mar 2025)
- Annecy 2-0 Pau (01 Nov 2024)
- Annecy 0-0 Pau (27 Jan 2024)
- Pau 0-3 Annecy (23 Sep 2023)
Team News & Injury Report
Annecy
- Mattéo Veillon (Adductor Pain)
Pau
- Omar Sadik (Yellow Card Suspension)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Annecy (4-2-3-1)
- Predicted lineup: Escales (GK), Rowe (DF), Lajugie (DF), Drouhin (DF), Kouadio (DF), Kashi (MF), Billemaz (MF), Venot (MF), Larose (MF), Dion (MF), Rambaud (AT)Predicted lineup: Escales (GK), Rowe (DF), Lajugie (DF), Drouhin (DF), Kouadio (DF), Kashi (MF), Billemaz (MF), Venot (MF), Larose (MF), Dion (MF), Rambaud (AT)
Annecy’s predicted 4-2-3-1 formation will likely focus on maintaining a solid defensive base while allowing their midfielders like Clément Billemaz to push forward. With Moïse Sahi Dion pulling the strings in midfield, they’ll aim to supply Thibault Rambaud with plenty of opportunities up front.Annecy’s predicted 4-2-3-1 formation will likely focus on maintaining a solid defensive base while allowing their midfielders like Clément Billemaz to push forward. With Moïse Sahi Dion pulling the strings in midfield, they’ll aim to supply Thibault Rambaud with plenty of opportunities up front.
Pau (5-3-2)
- Predicted lineup: Salles (GK), Kalulu (DF), Kanté (DF), Ruiz (DF), Glossoa (DF), Meddah (DF), Anziani (MF), Beusnard (MF), Touzghar (MF), Dong (AT), TBC (AT)Predicted lineup: Salles (GK), Kalulu (DF), Kanté (DF), Ruiz (DF), Glossoa (DF), Meddah (DF), Anziani (MF), Beusnard (MF), Touzghar (MF), Dong (AT), TBC (AT)
Pau’s 5-3-2 setup is designed to be defensively robust, with Joseph Kalulu anchoring the backline. In midfield, Steeve Beusnard will be crucial in transitioning play from defence to attack, supporting Kyliane Dong in the forward line.Pau’s 5-3-2 setup is designed to be defensively robust, with Joseph Kalulu anchoring the backline. In midfield, Steeve Beusnard will be crucial in transitioning play from defence to attack, supporting Kyliane Dong in the forward line.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
- Rambaud vs Kalulu: Rambaud’s pace will test Kalulu’s defensive mettle throughout the match.Rambaud vs Kalulu: Rambaud’s pace will test Kalulu’s defensive mettle throughout the match.
- Billemaz vs Touzghar: Billemaz’s creativity will clash with Touzghar’s tenacity in midfield.Billemaz vs Touzghar: Billemaz’s creativity will clash with Touzghar’s tenacity in midfield.
- Dion (Annecy): Dion’s vision and passing range make him a pivotal playmaker for Annecy.Dion (Annecy): Dion’s vision and passing range make him a pivotal playmaker for Annecy.
- Beusnard (Pau): Beusnard’s ability to control the tempo is vital for Pau’s midfield dominance.Beusnard (Pau): Beusnard’s ability to control the tempo is vital for Pau’s midfield dominance.
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