AJ Auxerre suffered a 3-1 defeat to Angers SCO in Ligue 1 this weekend, a result that complicates the Burgundy club's start to the season. The match saw Will Still's men outplayed in the second half after a more balanced first period.
The encounter featured eight minutes of added time announced by the fourth official, a delay that did not allow Auxerre to turn the tide. This defeat leaves Auxerre in a tricky position in the standings, sitting 18th with zero points, two losses from two games, and a -5 goal difference. The club already trails league leaders AS Monaco by six points.
Will Still set his team up in a 4-3-3 formation, facing the 4-2-3-1 of Angers SCO managed by Stéphane Gilli. The game was punctuated by stoppages, with several injury delays. Angers' Branco van den Boomen had to leave the pitch injured, as did his teammate Harouna Djibirin later in the match.
For Auxerre, Sinaly Diomandé committed a foul that earned him a yellow card. His teammate Clément Akpa was also booked, as was Angers' Prosper Peter. Peter was particularly active, winning free-kicks in both halves before being sanctioned. The match statistics are available on our dedicated club stats page.
This second consecutive defeat places Auxerre in a virtual relegation spot, with a record of three goals scored and eight conceded. The schedule does not get any easier for the players at the Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps, who must quickly find points to avoid an early disconnect. The standings situation is a concern.
The team must urgently correct course, especially with a perilous away trip looming. A leaky defense and a lack of attacking efficiency are the two major flaws of this season's start. Will Still will need to find quick solutions to stop this negative spiral.
The schedule is merciless for Auxerre, who travel to face Olympique Lyonnais this Thursday, September 4, 2026. Lyon, currently fourth in the championship, will represent a formidable opponent for an Auxerre side in search of confidence. This away match constitutes a major challenge in the attempt to climb back up the table.
Fans can follow the probable line-ups and latest news on our fixtures page. The task looks daunting against an in-form Lyon team, but it is precisely in this kind of encounter that teams must prove their character. The final stretch before the international break will be decisive.
