Saumur Seeks Revenge at Stade des Rives du Thouet

On a chilly December evening, the stage is set for a thrilling encounter between Saumur and Saint-Colomban Locminé in National 2 - Group A. The two teams face off at the Stade des Rives du Thouet, with Saumur aiming to turn the tables on their opponents.

Past meetings between these sides have not gone in Saumur’s favor. Just last January, they suffered a 1-3 defeat at home, while an earlier clash in August 2024 saw them lose 2-0 away from home. However, with home advantage this time around, the hosts are looking to capitalize on their familiarity with the terrain.

Recent form suggests Saumur has what it takes to secure a positive result. With a projected win probability of 45%, they are clear favorites to take all three points. The statistics also point towards a low-scoring affair, with expected goals bands indicating fewer than 2.5 goals for Saumur and under 1.5 for Saint-Colomban Locminé.

Tactically, Saumur will likely look to exploit the weaknesses in their opponents’ defense, while also being cautious not to leave themselves exposed at the back. Given the visitors’ poor away record, a double chance bet on Saumur or a draw seems like a sensible option.

As the two teams take to the pitch on December 6th, the atmosphere will be electric. With so much at stake, this match promises to be an intense and closely contested affair. Will Saumur finally get their revenge, or can Saint-Colomban Locminé pull off another upset? One thing is certain - only one team will emerge victorious from the Stade des Rives du Thouet.