Ligue 1: Reims vs. Bordeaux – Lineups and Stakes for Matchday 9 Opener
To kick off Matchday 9 of Ligue 1, Stade de Reims hosts Girondins de Bordeaux this Friday in a clash that carries high stakes for both sides.
Bordeaux, coming off a confidence-boosting 2-1 win over Rennes, has the opportunity to temporarily take the top spot in the league standings with a win. Reims, on the other hand, is looking to bounce back after two consecutive defeats and regain momentum at home.
A key return for Reims is Togolese goalkeeper Agassa Kossi, who was absent in the previous match against Metz. His presence brings stability to the backline, as coach Jean-Luc Vasseur hopes to reset his team’s course.
🔴 Reims Starting XI:
Agassa – Mandi, Tacalfred (c), Conte, Signorino – Oniangué, Devaux, Fortes, Charbonnier – Moukandjo, De Préville
⚫ Bordeaux Starting XI:
Carasso – Mariano, Ilori, Pallois, Faubert – Sertic (c), Plasil, Khazri, Rolan – Touré, Diabaté
With attacking firepower like Khazri, Rolan, and Diabaté, Bordeaux will look to break down Reims early. But with Moukandjo and De Préville up front, Reims could prove dangerous on the counter.
A crucial fixture awaits as both sides aim to reshape their early-season narratives.
