ESTAC Troyes is preparing to host Stade Laval for a crucial Ligue 2 clash, scheduled for May 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Stade de l'Aube in Troyes, France. This 2025-26 season match will pit two teams with very different dynamics against each other, with Troyes looking to consolidate its position while Stade Laval fights to move away from the relegation zone.

Troyes approaches this encounter with confidence, boasting an impressive record of 19 wins, 7 draws, and 6 losses, accumulating 64 points. The team has demonstrated a prolific attack with 56 goals scored and a solid defense conceding only 32 goals, resulting in a goal difference of +24. The Troyens are clearly serious contenders in this Ligue 2 campaign.

On the other hand, Stade Laval is experiencing a more difficult season, with only 5 wins, 14 draws, and 13 losses, totaling 29 points. Their attack has struggled with 28 goals scored, while their defense has conceded 43 goals, resulting in a goal difference of -15. The Lavallois will need to show a completely different face to hope for a positive result away from home.

All eyes will be on the key goalscorers for each side. For Troyes, Tawfik Bentayeb is the spearhead with 18 goals, well supported by Martin Adeline (9 goals) and Renaud Ripart (5 goals). For Stade Laval, Mamadou Camara leads the attack with 8 goals, followed by Ethan Clavreul (5 goals) and Malik Sellouki (4 goals).

In terms of creativity, Martin Adeline of Troyes stands out with 9 assists, accompanied by Mathys Detourbet (5 assists) and Antoine Mille (3 assists). For Laval, Malik Tchokounte and Thibaut Vargas each have 3 assists, and Malik Sellouki has 2. Historically, the two teams have faced each other recently in Ligue 2, with a 1-0 victory for Troyes on November 21, 2025, and a 1-0 victory for Stade Laval on January 24, 2025, promising a balanced match.

This duel between Troyes and Stade Laval therefore promises to be a high-stakes match. Troyes will seek to maintain its positive momentum and move closer to promotion, while Stade Laval will fight to gain valuable points in its quest to remain in Ligue 2. Fans can expect a hard-fought and emotional encounter.