Ligue 1 Regular Season - 12
Lorient 1 - 1 FT Toulouse
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Lorient
Goalkeepers
Y. Mvogo
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Defenders
Igor Silva
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M. Talbi
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D. Yongwa
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Midfielders
J. Mvuka Mugisha
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A. Avom
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L. Abergel
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A. Kouassi
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BENCH
B. Kamara
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N. Adjei
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B. Meite
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J. Makengo
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T. Le Bris
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N. Cadiou
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M. Bamba
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S. Soumano
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Toulouse
Goalkeepers
G. Restes
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Defenders
M. McKenzie
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C. Cresswell
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R. Nicolaisen
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Midfielders
D. Sidibe
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C. Casseres
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A. Francis
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D. Methalie
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BENCH
K. Haug
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W. Kamanzi
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S. Koumbassa
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M. Sauer
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R. Messali
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A. Vossah
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S. Hidalgo
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J. Vignolo
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N. Edjouma
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28/04/2024 | Lorient | 1 - 2 | Toulouse | Ligue 1 | Stade du Moustoir - Yves Allainmat |
| 03/12/2023 | Toulouse | 1 - 1 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Stadium de Toulouse |
| 23/04/2023 | Lorient | 0 - 1 | Toulouse | Ligue 1 | Stade Yves Allainmat - Le Moustoir |
| 21/08/2022 | Toulouse | 2 - 2 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Stadium de Toulouse |
| 31/10/2018 | Toulouse | 0 - 1 | Lorient | Coupe de la Ligue | Stadium Municipal |
| 08/02/2017 | Lorient | 1 - 1 | Toulouse | Ligue 1 | Stade du Moustoir |
| 10/12/2016 | Toulouse | 3 - 2 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Stadium Municipal |
| 16/04/2016 | Lorient | 1 - 1 | Toulouse | Ligue 1 | Stade du Moustoir |
| 05/12/2015 | Toulouse | 2 - 3 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Stadium Municipal |
Lorient Win
Toulouse Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 12 GD: +13
P: 12 GD: +17
P: 12 GD: +10
P: 12 GD: +8
P: 12 GD: +8
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 12 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: -1
P: 12 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -4
P: 12 GD: -5
P: 12 GD: -15
P: 12 GD: -7
P: 12 GD: -7
P: 12 GD: -12
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +32
P: 26 GD: +26
P: 26 GD: +20
P: 26 GD: +13
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 25 GD: +6
P: 26 GD: +9
P: 26 GD: -3
P: 26 GD: -2
P: 26 GD: +4
P: 26 GD: -9
P: 26 GD: -12
P: 26 GD: -12
P: 26 GD: -16
P: 26 GD: -17
P: 25 GD: -20
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Lorient and Toulouse settle for a penalty-marred stalemate
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 40/100. Two converted penalties encapsulate a match where precarious equilibrium and referee decisions held absolute sway.
Penalties dictate the narrative at Stade du Moustoir
At Stade du Moustoir, the match's Intensity crystallised around two pivotal moments: P. Pagis opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 44th minute, handing Lorient the advantage heading into the break. The Breton striker converted with composure, capitalising on a first half where the hosts attempted to build momentum against a struggling Toulouse. Yet the match's Balance shifted decisively at 65 minutes: D. Sidibé equalised from the penalty mark, restoring parity for the Violets and completely revitalising proceedings.
Two lead changes, no victor emerges
This 1-1 draw epitomises a battle where tactical control was evenly distributed—50% possession apiece—but where referee decisions carried disproportionate weight. Lorient, rooted 17th with just 10 points from 12 matches, could ill afford to surrender this contest. Toulouse, sitting 10th on 16 points, salvaged a precious point despite committing 18 fouls and collecting four yellow cards. The 10 corners manufactured (six for Lorient, four for Toulouse) generated relentless Intensity in the final third, yet neither side mustered the cutting edge required to claim victory.
Attack blunted, defence stretched thin
Despite Lorient's 10 shots (two on target) and Toulouse's six attempts, both teams lacked clinical finishing. Nearly identical Expected Goals figures (1.36 versus 1.32) confirm the contest remained tightly contested throughout. Pass accuracy—81% for Lorient, 84% for Toulouse—failed to translate into clear-cut opportunities. This draw underscores Lorient's urgent need to climb clear of the drop zone and Toulouse's consolidation of mid-table security, though their recent form (three matches without a win) suggests stagnation.
Key Questions
Why two penalties in one match?
Both spot-kicks reflected elevated defensive intensity and fouls in critical zones. Toulouse's 18 fouls (versus Lorient's six) created repeated error opportunities inside the box.
What's the title race impact?
Lorient remains in crisis: 17th place, -12 goal difference. Toulouse consolidates 10th but stagnates—three matches without victory.
Who controlled the tactical battle?
Possession split evenly (50-50), but Lorient fired more (10 versus six shots). Toulouse proved more composed in passing (84% accuracy).
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Toulouse Bid for Routine Victory Against Desperate Lorient
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 42/100. A match devoid of real intrigue—Toulouse seeking mid-table consolidation against a Lorient side spiralling towards the trapdoor.
The Setup
At Stade du Moustoir, this 12th-round encounter pits comfortable mediocrity against genuine crisis. Toulouse occupy 9th place with 20 points, their form neither inspiring nor alarming (WDLDD). Lorient languish in 15th with just 14 points from 14 matches, their defensive record a horror show: 28 goals conceded. The balance between these sides is illusory—Toulouse are clear favourites despite both teams operating in the lower tiers of French football. Stakes are minimal; neither side is fighting for anything meaningful. Yet Aron Dønnum and Toulouse's attacking threat remains real enough to punish Lorient's fragility.
Key Battle
Watch how Toulouse's defence—anchored by in-formCharlie Cresswell (2 goals, 1 assist in 5 matches, 7.7 average rating)—controls the tempo against Lorient's disorganised attack. Cresswell's ability to step into midfield and dictate play will be crucial; Lorient lack the cohesion to punish defensive lapses. Goalkeeper Guillaume Restes may keep Toulouse honest with smart positioning, but Lorient's attacking impotence makes his job a formality.
Our Prediction
Toulouse 2-1. Visitors dominate possession early, Cresswell orchestrates from deep, and clinical finishing in the first half settles it. Lorient scrape a late consolation—not redemption, merely noise.