Besançon vs Troyes II - National 3 - Group F

All eyes turn to Stade Léo Lagrange on May 16, 2026 as Besançon welcome Troyes II in a National 3 - Group F encounter that promises tension, intrigue and no shortage of subplot. Chelsea vs Tottenham: Line-ups confirmed for pre-season clash in Sydney.

Form and standings can only tell part of the story when Besançon and Troyes II cross paths in the National 3 - Group F, and pride alone should guarantee a contest. Besançon will be keen to seize the initiative and build some momentum on home soil. Troyes II's away form is hard to read, but they will arrive with the belief that they can trouble their hosts. Teams are more likely to allow a defender to bring the ball up the pitch than a winger playing in a far more advanced position.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Besançon may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but Troyes II have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. Hipolito/Europa Press via Getty Images) According to Fabrizio Romano, Man United 'are not proceeding' with a move for the Brighton midfielder.

Star players on both sides will be eager to make their mark, and the individual duels across the pitch could go a long way to deciding the outcome. Whoever wins the individual duel between the two sides' chief playmakers is likely to dictate the rhythm and, ultimately, the destination of the points. Chelsea are also considering the same move, especially after selling Trevoh Chalobah to Como, which frees them to explore a deal for the Colombian defender.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. With the sides so closely matched, a 1-1 stalemate looks the most likely way this one ends. With the standings tight and form on the line, this is a fixture neither side will want to lose. Fulham's Antonee Robinson could be one of those, who would likely be a cheaper alternative to Hall, who has just enjoyed a breakout season with the Magpies.