Auxerre vs NS Paris FC

Survival Instincts Tested at the Abbé Deschamps

Skip It Futmetrix Score: 30/100. This is a classic relegation six-pointer where the dread of defeat likely outweighs the ambition for three points.

The Setup

When Auxerre welcome Paris FC to the Stade de l'Abbé Deschamps on February 08, 2026, the air will be thick with the tension of a relegation battle. The home side sits precariously in 17th place, their Form reading like a cautionary tale with four losses in their last five outings. For the visitors, currently 13th, the Stakes are equally high; they are looking to arrest a slide that has seen them pick up just two points from their last four games. The Balance of this encounter suggests a cagey affair; Auxerre’s struggle to find the net—just 14 goals all season—clashes with a Paris FC defense that has looked vulnerable during their recent winless run. While the Stars of both squads have struggled for consistency, the individual quality of the playmakers remains the only likely route to goal.

Key Battle

The outcome will be decided by the struggle between the home side's retreating defensive block and the visitors' ability to break lines in transition. Both teams have struggled for consistency in the final third, meaning the game will likely devolve into a congested midfield scrap. The unit that can maintain tactical discipline under the mounting pressure of the bottom-table fight will emerge with the spoils, though both sets of strikers are currently starved of quality service.

Our Prediction

We predict a 1-1 draw. The match will likely begin with a cautious feeling-out process, with both midfields prioritising defensive shape over creative risk. Ilan Kebbal will look to use his technical edge to exploit gaps for the visitors, while Auxerre will attempt to turn the game into a physical duel using L. Sinayoko as an outlet. A goal for either side will likely prompt an immediate retreat into a defensive shell, leading to a gritty stalemate.