One more point: the race continues [0-0]

The first fifteen minutes saw both sides battling to control the midfield at Stade Robert-Diochon. The Girondins had precious few chances on goal in this tightly-fought first half. Vital Nsimba's cross-shot ended up in the keeper's gloves, (29’) before Josh Maja glanced a shot off the crossbar shortly before the break (42’). Back at the other end, Gaëtan Poussin remained vigilant. He produced a fine save to deny Bangré (22’) and boxed away a goal-bound free-kick in stoppage time (45+2’).

The Girondins gradually turned up the pressure in the second half, creating more chances. Fransergio came tantalisingly close to beating Quevilly keeper Lemaître with a lobbed effort (52’). Bordeaux's attacking movements were becoming more incisive and impactful, but one thing still stood in their way: the crossbar.  Vital Nsimba delivered two excellent crosses to the back post in quick succession. The first fell to Josh Maja, whose shot ricocheted off the bar (62’). A few minutes later it was Malcom Bokele's turn, but the result was the same: denied by the crossbar! (65’)

In spite of their best efforts and unfailing dedication, David Guion's side were unable to finish the job and put the ball in the net. The Girondins come away from Quevilly-Rouen Métropole with a solitary point, a result which keeps us in second place and ensures that promotion is still within reach. What we need now is to get back to winning ways, ideally next Saturday against Laval: kick-off is 14:45 at the Matmut ATLANTIQUE.