Annecy knocked out by Sion before Azerbaijan match
Annecy suffered a 2-1 defeat against Sion in the Swiss Cup, a result that marks the end of their run in the competition. The match, played on July 19, 2026, saw the Swiss side dominate their French opponents, who are now preparing to face another challenge in Azerbaijan.
How did Sion dominate Annecy?
Sion scored twice in the first half, with goals from Luka Basic and Miralem Sulejmani, before Annecy pulled one back through Bryan Dabo in the second half. Despite this response, Annecy's players failed to equalize, allowing Sion to qualify for the next round.
What are the consequences for Annecy?
This defeat does not directly affect Annecy's position in Ligue 2, where the team is currently 7th with 52 points (15 wins, 7 draws, 12 losses). However, it highlights the difficulties faced in high-stakes matches, such as the recent 1-2 loss to Rodez on May 9, 2026. With a recent form of 4 wins and 1 loss in the last 5 matches, Annecy must now focus on their next game against Pau on August 8, 2026.
What does the future hold for Annecy?
As Sion flies to Azerbaijan for a cup match, Annecy must now prepare for the resumption of Ligue 2. With 49 goals scored and 39 conceded this season, the team will need to improve their defense to stay in the top half of the table, 15 points behind leaders Estac Troyes.
