Valenciennes vs Caen: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Valenciennes prepare to host Caen on February 28, 2026, with kick-off at 15:00, this FRANCE: National 1 fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Valenciennes, currently 13th in the standings with 23 points from 21 games, trail the leaders by 19 points. They've earned 15 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.

Caen, sitting 10th with 26 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 9 points from 10 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Valenciennes and Caen have been competitive, ending in a 0-0 draw. Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.

In their previous league match against Paris 13, Valenciennes recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Caen's last outing came against Sochaux, where they secured a 1-3 defeat using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Valenciennes are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Valenciennes and Caen are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Valenciennes's fixtures have averaged 2.6 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Caen's games average 2.5 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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