FC Annecy approaches its trip to Dunkerque with a positive mindset, despite recent mixed form.
Annecy currently sits seventh in the championship with 10 points, six behind leaders Saint-Étienne. Their record shows three wins, one draw, and three defeats, with a goal difference of zero (9 scored, 9 conceded). Their last outing was a 2-1 win over Servette, but the sequence from the last five games is uneven (WLLWD).
Guyot calls for calm
Laurent Guyot used the international break to play two friendly matches with his squad. He believes the league position reflects the reality of a tight start to the season. "We have 10 points, the positioning, that's the number of points." he said. The coach is counting on the continuity of his playing philosophy based on high pressing and aggression to get back on track.
A team in progression
Despite absences, Guyot sees positives. Midfielder Ahmed Kachi is ruled out for the match and Zépiqueno Redmond is not yet fit enough. However, Souleymane Fofana is now qualified and available. Youngster Gabin Secretant is showing encouraging progression, aligning with the club's desire to develop its talents. The starting eleven against Dunkerque will incorporate these developments.
An opponent not to be underestimated
The Annecy coach has warned his group about the opponent's quality. "It's a team that has undergone many changes, but has kept a philosophy with its coach, in continuity with what Castro had done." assured Laurent Guyot. Dunkerque, in twelfth, has already beaten Saint-Étienne at home this season, a fact Guyot noted.
FC Annecy will look to implement its playing philosophy on the pitch at Dunkerque to secure valuable points before the next break. The full schedule of matches is available on our fixtures page.
The original report is at FC ANNECY Site officiel
