Rodez beats Bastia in friendly showdown

Rodez defeated Bastia 2-1 in a friendly held on July 9 2026 at Stade Paul‑Lignon. The win bolsters a side sitting 5th in Ligue 2 with 58 points and a recent WWDWW run.

What were the key moments?

The opening goal came in the 23rd minute when midfielder Jérémy Doku recovered a loose ball and fed Ludovic Ajorque, who slotted it home. Bastia answered in the 38th minute via Moussa Konaté, but Rodez reclaimed the lead in the 57th minute with a strike from Bastien Taï after a slick wing‑play. The match ended 2‑1, with no further scoring.

Why does this matter for Rodez?

The victory follows a 0‑0 draw with Saint‑Étienne on May 15 2026 and demonstrates the team’s attacking rhythm, having netted 45 goals while conceding 39 this season (+6 goal difference). Coach Jacques Pélissier highlighted the need for cohesion ahead of the league restart, noting the club sits 9 points behind leaders ESTAC Troyes in the title chase.

What lies ahead?

Rodez now turns its focus to a Coupe de France clash with RC Lens on July 20. The staff hopes to translate the friendly’s intensity into regular Ligue 2 performances. Fans are already looking forward, confident the squad can hold its position near the top of the table.

Current club snapshot

Rodez remains unbeaten in its last five games (DDWWW, most recent first) and continues to target a playoff spot. With 15 wins, 13 draws and 6 losses from 34 matches, the club shows the stability needed to push for a European‑qualifying finish in Ligue 2.