As the Ligue 1 season continues to unfold, a regional rivalry ignites this Saturday, September 28, 2025, when Angers SCO welcome Stade Brestois 29 to the Stade Raymond Kopa. Kicking off at 15:15 UTC, this clash promises more than just three points; it’s a test of early-season mettle and a fight for regional supremacy. With both sides hovering in the lower mid-table of the nascent Ligue 1 standings, what’s truly at stake are crucial momentum and the confidence to climb higher. Can Angers leverage their home advantage, or will Brest continue their historical dominance over their hosts? This fixture is often unpredictable, setting the stage for an intriguing encounter.
Head-to-Head: Brest Holds the Historical Edge
The history between Angers and Brest points towards a clear advantage for the visitors. In 24 direct matches played across various competitions, Stade Brestois 29 has secured 14 victories, while Angers SCO has managed 6 wins, with 4 matches ending in a draw.
Breaking down their Ligue 1 encounters, Angers holds a W4 D2 L4 record against Brest. However, recent results paint a starker picture:
- March 9, 2025: Brest 2 – Angers SCO 0
- January 5, 2025: Angers SCO 2 – Brest 0
- January 6, 2024: Brest 1 – Angers SCO 0 (Coupe de France)
- January 29, 2023: Brest 4 – Angers SCO 0
- August 21, 2022: Angers SCO 1 – Brest 3
These recent meetings highlight a period of dominance for Brest, including a significant 4-0 victory in January 2023.
Current Form & Team News
Angers SCO
Angers SCO, currently positioned 13th in the Ligue 1 table, has endured a mixed start to their 2025/2026 campaign. In their last five Ligue 1 matches, they have recorded 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses.
- Lost 1-0 away to Lyon (September 19, 2025)
- Drew 1-1 away to Metz (September 14, 2025)
- Drew 1-1 at home against Stade Rennais (August 31, 2025)
- Lost 1-0 away to Paris Saint-Germain (August 22, 2025)
- Won 1-0 at home against Paris FC (August 17, 2025)
Angers’ home form has been relatively strong, with 1 win and 1 draw in their initial home fixtures. Key attacking contributions this season have come from Estéban Lepaul, Himad Abdelli, and Prosper Peter, each with one goal. Jordan Lefort and Yassin Belkhdim have provided assists. There are no immediate reports of significant injuries or suspensions affecting the Angers squad for this encounter, suggesting coach Alexandre Dujeux will likely have a full complement of players to choose from.
Stade Brestois 29
Stade Brestois 29 finds themselves slightly below Angers in the standings, occupying 14th or 16th place with a record of 1 win, 1 draw, and 3 losses from their opening five Ligue 1 matches.
- Won 4-1 at home against Nice (September 20, 2025)
- Lost 1-2 at home against Paris FC (September 14, 2025)
- Drew 2-2 in a friendly against Guingamp (September 4, 2025)
- Lost 3-1 away to Lens (August 29, 2025)
- Lost 2-0 away to Toulouse (August 24, 2025)
Brest’s away form has been a concern, with 0 wins and 2 losses on the road in the current Ligue 1 season. Their attack has shown promise, with Romain Del Castillo and Kamory Doumbia each scoring two goals, while Ludovic Ajorque has contributed a goal and a remarkable four assists. Mama Baldé and Joris Chotard have also found the net. Defensively, Brest has been vulnerable, conceding 9 goals in their first five league matches. Similar to Angers, no major injury or suspension concerns have been widely reported for Brest ahead of this fixture.
Tactical Preview
Angers, playing at their home Stade Raymond Kopa, with a capacity of nearly 20,000, will likely aim for a structured and disciplined performance. Under Alexandre Dujeux, they often deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on solidity in midfield and utilizing wide players for attacking transitions. The midfield battle will be crucial, with Angers looking to stifle Brest’s creative players like Kamory Doumbia and Romain Del Castillo. Their goal will be to maintain their “good” home form and exploit any defensive lapses from Brest.
Brest, despite their poorer overall form, showed their attacking potential with a convincing 4-1 win over Nice in their last outing. Under Éric Roy, they possess players capable of swift counter-attacks and incisive passing. The partnership between Ludovic Ajorque, who is a significant threat with his assists and goal-scoring, and the likes of Del Castillo and Doumbia, will be key to unlocking the Angers defense. However, their defensive fragilities, having conceded an average of 1.8 goals per match this season, could be exploited by Angers.
The match conditions at Stade Raymond Kopa should be ideal, with no significant weather disruptions expected. As both teams are based in France, travel fatigue is unlikely to be a major factor. The home crowd will undoubtedly play a role, providing an energetic atmosphere that Angers will hope to feed off.
