Rodez recently announced that it is declining a playoff for Ligue 2 after being relegated to Division 3. The club, which finished second to last, could have remained at the second level due to Reims' withdrawal, but chose to decline this option. Pierre-Olivier Murat, the club president, explained that the financial constraints and professional obligations associated with Ligue 2 were too burdensome to bear. Since 2024-2025, the second tier has become professional, imposing additional costs on clubs, particularly regarding player contracts. Despite this decision, Rodez is not giving up on women's football. The club plans to rebuild its team by focusing on its young talents, especially those moving up to U19 National. Murat expressed hope that coach Karima Taïeb will continue to lead the women's section. Several key players may leave the club this summer, but Rodez remains determined to prepare a new generation to return to Ligue 2 in the coming years.