FC Annecy secured their first win of the season with a 1-0 victory over Pau FC despite being down to 10 players for 75 minutes and several saves by their goalkeeper. The match started on a positive note for FC Annecy, as Drouhin took advantage of Maubleu's poor form (12e) to score the first goal of the match (1-0). This gave the Annéciens a boost.
Expulsion and tenacious defense
However, the situation worsened for Annecy when Billemaz was sent off (16e) after bumping into an attacking player from Pau who was heading towards goal. The decision seemed harsh as the contact appeared light and the Pau FC attacker was falling.
Goalkeeper's saves
Despite this penalty, Annecy managed to handle the second half with great skill. Pau pushed forward with numerous corners but were rarely dangerous. And when they did pose a threat, Escales' posts came to save Annecy (74e and 87e).
Victorious conclusion
Laurent Guyot and his team secured their first win of the season by holding on in Pau. The Annéciens held firm despite numerous opportunities for Annecy during the second half, maintaining their advantage from the first period with Drouhin's corner goal (1-0, 12e). Despite Billemaz's red card (16e), they managed to hold onto their three valuable points.
The next match for Annecy will take place on Friday, August 14 at home against Rodez.
