As the National 3 Group D season barrels toward its critical mid-point, St Ouen l'Aumône finds itself in dire straits, facing off against a resilient Versailles II on January 17, 2026. The stakes couldn't be higher for the struggling hosts, who sit perilously at the bottom of the table with a mere eight points from twelve matches. They must rise to the occasion against an opponent that has shown enough promise to occupy a spot in mid-table safety with fifteen points from ten games. This match isn't just another fixture; it's a potential turning point for St Ouen l'Aumône, a chance to break free from the shackles of despair.
Recent form tells an alarming tale for St Ouen l'Aumône. They've been mercilessly punished over their last five outings, registering only two wins while enduring eight losses throughout this campaign. A dismal home defeat against Oissel (1-4) and tight losses to Linas-Montlhery and Brétigny Foot highlight defensive frailties that have left them teetering on the brink of disaster. Their singular bright spot-a hard-fought win against Dives-Cabourg-feels like a distant memory rather than a launching pad for redemption. Conversely, Versailles II's recent performances have demonstrated resilience despite falling flat against Trouville Deauville in their last encounter. Prior victories over Aubervilliers and Bastia II indicate they can dig deep when needed.
But what does all this mean as these two teams prepare to clash? St Ouen l'Aumône has struggled offensively, averaging just one goal per match during their last five games while conceding an average of three goals! Meanwhile, Versailles II appears more balanced, albeit still erratic, with two wins in their last five but lacking offensive punch themselves-they're not exactly scoring at will either. The matchup seems poised for tactical fireworks: can St Ouen find any semblance of form or will Versailles capitalize on their rivals' porous defense?
Diving into statistics reveals a picture painted by numbers: St Ouen has managed an abysmal 33% possession rate in their previous matches. This lack of control is appalling and illustrates their fragility under pressure. In stark contrast, Versailles has enjoyed more favorable statistics with almost 48% possession on average in recent matches; although it hasn't translated directly into goals consistently, it gives them room to maneuver.
Key players will define this clash; keep your eyes glued to St Ouen's striking spearhead who's desperate for redemption after recent heartbreaks-if he can muster any attacking threat amid his team's struggles. On the flip side, look out for Versailles' player who delivered clutch performances leading up to this clash; he may just turn out to be the x-factor that tips the scales if he finds his rhythm.
This game is ripe for predictions that could send shockwaves through both camps: I foresee a commanding performance from Versailles II, putting up at least three goals past a bewildered St Ouen side that's all too likely to crumble under pressure once again. If they come out firing from the get-go and exploit those glaring defensive holes-as every other team seems capable of doing-they'll make easy work of what's sure to be a tense evening for fans packed into Parc des Sports et des Loisirs.
While some might argue that St Ouen's home advantage could rally them back from adversity-let's be real-their form screams disaster written all over it. Expect nothing short of an emphatic statement victory from Versailles II as they send St Ouen further down the spiral towards relegation gloom. There's little doubt about it: Prepare yourselves for disappointment if you're rooting for St Ouen; this is not just another loss-it's going to feel catastrophic as they slide deeper into crisis mode!