Annecy – Montpellier

Annecy host Montpellier at Parc des Sports with both sides eyeing crucial points. The home side sit eighth in the table, having amassed 13 points from four wins, one draw and four defeats, their goal tally perfectly balanced at 11‑11. Montpellier, perched in second place, sit on 18 points after five victories, three stalemates and a single loss, boasting a solid 11‑5 record. The gap between the teams’ recent form suggests that the visitors will look to extend their push for the title, while Annecy will hope to climb back into the top half. A clash of contrasting fortunes promises an intriguing battle for the three points.