After a significant setback with a 0-2 defeat against Montpellier at the Auguste-Bonal stadium, FC Sochaux-Montbéliard faced a challenging situation in their bid to remain in Ligue 1. The defeat left them ten points behind Evian-Thonon-Gaillard and Montpellier, making the prospect of relegation to Ligue 2 more likely. Despite being penultimate in the championship, Cédric Kanté expressed his belief in the team’s last hopes for survival.
Kanté acknowledged the psychological challenges the team faced but emphasized the need for players, especially those in their twenties, to consider their careers. He stated, “There is almost half a championship left; we cannot behave like a doomed team. We have nothing to lose on the weekend. Will this finally allow us to play high-level matches? Since Saturday, we have all been aware of the dramatic aspect of our situation. Too bad we weren’t there sooner. We must save what can be saved, be the best you can be in every match. Afterwards, there is also having fun again on the weekend and having some results.” The 34-year-old Malian defender urged the team to give their best in the remaining matches and enjoy the game.
