Association Jeunesse Auxerroise will host Racing Club de Lens in Ligue 1 on April 3, 2027. The match will take place at the Stade de l'Abbé Deschamps in Auxerre, as reported by www.thescore.com this week.
The last meeting between the two sides was on August 22, 2026, and ended in a heavy 5-2 defeat for AJA. Lens dominated that fixture, with Florian Thauvin scoring two penalties. That result contributed to Auxerre's current league standing of 17th place, with 0 points, 0 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss, and recent form marked by that loss (L).
What was the context of the previous defeat?
The 5-2 thrashing in August 2026 was a shock for the Auxerre squad. It exposed defensive frailties, with five goals conceded in a single match. This game left a mark on the season's statistics, where Auxerre now has a -3 goal difference, having scored two and conceded five. The club finds itself three points behind the leaders, Olympique de Marseille, after just one matchday.
Where does AJA stand in the current season?
Before thinking about the 2027 rematch, the current Auxerre team must focus on the immediate future. The next challenge is a crucial home fixture against Angers, scheduled for August 29, 2026. Angers is currently 16th, making this a direct duel in the lower part of the table. Checking our standings page shows the stakes. The only scorer for Auxerre this season is L. Sy, with one goal in one appearance.
What other moves happened in the league?
The first Ligue 1 matchday was busy with several notable transfers and results. While AJA folded against Lens, other clubs made headlines. Lille started with a win under Davide Ancelotti, featuring a goal from Olivier Giroud. Marseille beat Strasbourg thanks to a double from Amine Gouiri. PSG, meanwhile, saw its opener postponed due to the state of the Parc des Princes. The transfer market was also active, with the record departure of teenager Bouaddi to Manchester City for €10 million, and Breel Embolo's move from Rennes to Atlanta United for $18 million.
What is the next step for Auxerre?
The immediate goal is to bounce back from the season's false start. The match against Angers is an opportunity to secure the first points and move away from the danger zone. Analyzing the team's stats will be key to correcting the mistakes made against Lens. The path to the 2027 meeting with RC Lens goes through consolidating results in the coming weeks. The staff must rely on players like L. Sy to find the net again and turn things around.
