Nantes desperately need points on Friday, Oct 9 at 8:00 PM in the Ligue 2. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Nantes come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 3L in last 3). Reims, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (1W 2D 0L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Nantes head into this on the back of a defeat, while Reims arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Nantes face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Reims have won 7 of 10 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Reims won 1–2.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Reims arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Nantes. Reims to win.