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Laval, currently 16th in Ligue 2, faces Istres in the French Cup round of 16. Zaki Noubir, the coach of Istres, is feeling very optimistic before the match.
What is the context of the match ?
Laval, with 32 points in 34 games, is currently relegable to Ligue 2. The Mayenne club won its last match 1-0 against Rouen on May 24, 2026.
Who are the key players ?
Zaki Noubir announced that Zaïd Amir will be a starter for the match, while Matéo Loubatières will be absent.
What is at stake in the match ?
A win against Laval would allow Istres to create cohesion and unity within the team, according to Zaki Noubir.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Standing | 16th in Ligue 2 |
| Points | 32 |
| Games played | 34 |
| Goals scored | 30 |
| Goals conceded | 48 |
| Last result | 1-0 against Rouen |
Laval must face an Istres team that has everything to gain in this match. The Provençals have everything to gain against a Ligue 2 team, even if their last win against a pro team dates back to 2016 against Nîmes.
