This Saturday, Reims plays host to Bordeaux for the 25th matchday of the season. After a series of three games without a win, Stade Rémois bounced back with a victory over Guingamp. Floyd Ayité and his teammates aim to build on this success against Bordeaux, who have been struggling to find consistency.
Despite occasional setbacks at Auguste-Delaune, Reims has enjoyed a commendable season, currently sitting 7th in the standings and within reach of a potential Europa League spot. Their recent home form, however, has been less than stellar, with defeats in their last two encounters against Montpellier (2-4) and Lyon (0-2). Nonetheless, under the guidance of Hubert Fournier, the Champagne side looks to capitalize on home advantage, with Floyd Ayité leading their attacking charge against Bordeaux. The Togolese striker, enjoying a fruitful season, shares the top scorer position with Oniangué for Reims.
Reflecting on his improved performance this season, Ayité credits lifestyle changes and better recovery methods for his physical well-being, enabling him to showcase his natural talents more effectively. Speaking about Reims’ season, Ayité highlights the team’s emphasis on offensive play and collective mastery, resulting in increased goal-scoring opportunities. Despite their decent results, Ayité acknowledges the need to secure more points at home.
For Ayité, returning to face Bordeaux holds special significance, as it was his hometown club where he began his football journey, signing his first professional contract. Despite initially struggling for game time in Ligue 1, Ayité’s loan spells, particularly at Angers, paved the way for his flourishing career, eventually leading him to Reims. While the prospect of returning to Bordeaux remains open, Ayité leaves it as a topic for future discussion.
