Matteo Veillon is Annecy FC's top performer for interceptions per 90 minutes in the 2026/2027 Ligue 2 season. Statistical data published this week by Google places the midfielder at the top of this internal ranking with an average of 1.9 interceptions per match.
The Savoyard club currently sits 4th in the championship with 6 points, earned from two wins and one loss in three matches. With 4 goals scored and 3 conceded, Annecy has a positive goal difference of +1 and is three points behind leaders Saint-Étienne. The next fixture, an away trip to Grenoble on September 4th, will be a chance to confirm this momentum.
Who are Annecy's top interceptors?
Matteo Veillon, with 4 total interceptions, leads his teammates significantly in this specific category. His average of 1.9 per 90 minutes puts him ahead of Thibault Rambaud, who records 1.7 interceptions per match for a total of 3. Paul Venot completes the podium with an average of 1.4 and a total of 4 interceptions, level with Veillon on total number but with different playing time.
The list of the most active players in ball recovery continues with Julien Kouadio (1.3 per 90, 4 total), Ahmed Kashi (1.0 per 90, 2 total), Mohamed Koné (0.9 per 90, 2 total) and finally François Lajugie (0.9 per 90, 1 interception). These figures, compiled by Google, provide precise insight into the defensive intensity deployed by the various squad members.
How do these stats fit into the season?
These individual interception performances contribute to the encouraging overall start to the season. Annecy's path, marked by a recent form of two wins followed by a loss (LWW), is built on a solid defensive foundation. The ability to cut out opposition attacks high up the pitch is an asset for a team aiming for the top places in the table. You can follow the evolution of these defensive statistics on our dedicated club stats page.
Positional analysis, enabled by Google's report, shows that midfielders and center-backs are the most represented in this interception ranking. This aligns with the playing profile often expected in these areas of the pitch, where reading the game and anticipation are key to initiating transitions.
What is the next step for the club?
The immediate objective is to confirm this positive momentum during the trip to Grenoble, currently 17th. This Alpine derby represents an opportunity to take points against a direct rival and move closer to the top of the table, which you can check on our standings page. The team will need to rely on its collective defensive aggression, illustrated by these interception numbers, to control the match.
The upcoming schedule will be decisive in determining whether Annecy can maintain its pace and stay in the race for the top spots. The consistency of defensive performances, for which interceptions are a key indicator, will be closely watched. To see how these players are organized on the pitch, the details of the squad are available.
The historical data included in the report, covering Ligue 2 seasons since 2022/2023 and Coupe de France editions since 2019/2020, allows for perspective on the evolution of the team's defensive profile over the years. The current season appears to show an intensity in recovery that could make the difference over the long term.
