Match report

Dunkerque 1–1 Rodez: Ligue 2 Draws Even

Dunkerque
Dunkerque
1–1
FT
Rodez
Rodez
Apr 3, 2026

In a closely contested Ligue 2 match, Dunkerque held off Rodez to secure a 1–1 draw. The game featured early momentum shifts and multiple key substitutions. T. Arconte gave Rodez the lead in the 25th minute, but Dunkerque rallied to equalize through E. Bardeli just before halftime. Both teams showed resilience and tactical adaptability, making it a memorable encounter for fans of both sides.

Key Facts

  • • Rodez took the lead in the 25th minute through T. Arconte, assisted by N. Galves.
  • • E. Jean-Lambert of Rodez was shown a yellow card in the 29th minute.
  • • Dunkerque's E. Bardeli equalized in the 73rd minute with an assist from E. Sylvestre.
  • • Several substitutions were made by both Dunkerque and Rodez in the second half, including Victor Mayela's entry for Opa Sangante.
  • • The match ended in a 1–1 draw, with both teams fighting hard throughout the 90 minutes.

Lineups

Dunkerque

Formation: 4-1-4-1

Starting XI

  • 1 Marcos Lavín (G)
  • 27 Allan Linguet (D)
  • 23 Vincent Sasso (D)
  • 22 Victor Mayela (D)
  • 2 Alec Georgen (D)
  • 6 Pape Diong (M)
  • 69 Morgan Bokele Mputu (M)
  • 8 Anto Sekongo (M)
  • 20 Enzo Bardeli (M)
  • 19 Aboubakary Kanté (M)
  • 9 Thomas Robinet (F)

Substitutes

  • 26 Opa Sangante
  • 15 Lohann Doucet
  • 7 Eddy Sylvestre
  • 87 Théna Massock
  • 35 Marco Decherf
  • 4 Bram Lagae
  • 60 Mathys Niflore

Rodez

Formation: 5-3-2

Starting XI

  • 1 Quentin Braat (G)
  • 25 Nolan Galves (D)
  • 24 Loni Laurent (D)
  • 4 Mathis Magnin (D)
  • 3 Raphael Lipinski (D)
  • 15 Jean Lambert Evan's Allan (D)
  • 8 Wilitty Younoussa (M)
  • 27 Alexis Trouillet (M)
  • 22 Octave Joly (M)
  • 18 Ibrahima Baldé (F)
  • 11 Tairyk Arconte (F)

Substitutes

  • 26 Samy Benchama
  • 28 Mathis Saka
  • 9 Kenny Nagera
  • 10 Mehdi Baaloudj
  • 13 Corentin Issanchou Roubiou
  • 5 Clément Jolibois
  • 30 Enzo Crombez

Timeline

  1. Rodez
    25' Rodez Goal · Normal Goal
    T. Arconte · Assist: N. Galves
  2. Rodez
    29' Rodez Card · Yellow Card
    E. Jean-Lambert
  3. Dunkerque
    46' Dunkerque subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Victor Mayela · On: Opa Sangante
  4. Dunkerque
    59' Dunkerque subst · Substitution 2
    Off: Aboubakary Kanté · On: E. Sylvestre
  5. Dunkerque
    59' Dunkerque subst · Substitution 3
    Off: P. Diong · On: Lohann Doucet
  6. Rodez
    67' Rodez subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Alexis Trouillet · On: S. Benchamma
  7. Rodez
    70' Rodez Card · Yellow Card
    W. Younoussa
  8. Dunkerque
    73' Dunkerque Goal · Normal Goal
    E. Bardeli · Assist: E. Sylvestre
  9. Dunkerque
    77' Dunkerque Card · Yellow Card
    E. Bardeli
  10. Rodez
    77' Rodez subst · Substitution 2
    Off: W. Younoussa · On: M. Saka
  11. Rodez
    77' Rodez subst · Substitution 3
    Off: I. Balde · On: K. Nagera
  12. Rodez
    86' Rodez subst · Substitution 4
    Off: O. Joly · On: C. Issanchou Roubiou
  13. Rodez
    86' Rodez subst · Substitution 5
    Off: T. Arconte · On: M. Baaloudj
  14. Rodez
    90'+5 Rodez Card · Yellow Card
    S. Benchamma
  15. Dunkerque
    90' Dunkerque subst · Substitution 4
    Off: M. Bokele Mputu · On: T. Massock
  16. Dunkerque
    90' Dunkerque subst · Substitution 5
    Off: E. Bardeli · On: M. Decherf

Match Stats

Stat Dunkerque Rodez
Fouls 8 16
Pass Accuracy 90% 74%
Offsides 2 6
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 11 6
Corners 8 0
Total Passes 639 271
Yellow Cards 2 4
Blocked Shots 3 2
Shots on Target 3 2
xG — —
Shots off Target 5 2
Possession 70% 30%
Goals Prevented — —
Accurate Passes 576 201
Shots Inside Box 7 6
Saves 1 2
Shots Outside Box 4 0

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ T. Arconte's goal in the 25th minute gave Rodez a crucial early lead, setting the tone for their initial dominance.
  • ▸ E. Bardeli's equalizer in the 73rd minute marked a significant turning point, as Dunkerque showed determination to secure at least a draw.