Rodez, third in Ligue 2, faces Annecy, winner of the first round, in a derby that promises to be difficult. Captain Ahmed Kashi hopes to make Rodez fall, unbeaten for 23 matches. The two teams have already faced each other twice this season, with a 1-1 and 2-2 result. This time, Rodez has the opportunity to take the lead in the standings. Captain Ahmed Kashi said: "We must make sure to be unbeatable at home and stay almost unbeaten, if we want to navigate this season well. We will try to win this match to put an end to all these bad results." Rodez has already scored 3 goals and conceded 1 this season, with a goal difference of +2. Rodez's next match is against Guingamp, at home, on February 12, 2027.