What happened?

Nancy suffered a 1-3 defeat to Troyes in the second preseason match on July 10, 2026. Troyes opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, added a second at the 57th, while Nancy’s lone goal came in the 78th. The result left coach Oswald Tanchot sharply critical of the finishing phase.

Why does it matter for Nancy?

Tanchot said "we must be more precise in the finishing phase," highlighting that created chances were not converted. The comment comes as the club sits 14th in Ligue 2 with 37 points, 9 wins, 10 draws and 15 losses from 34 games, recent form WWDLD. With 35 goals scored and 52 conceded, a –17 goal difference underlines the imbalance between attack and defence.

How will the coach address the issues?

The technical staff plans targeted sessions on shooting and decision‑making inside the box. Tanchot noted players need to work "on faster execution," especially forwards like Amine Bassi and youngster Youssouf Traoré. The aim is to cut down the number of off‑target shots that cost them against Troyes.

What’s next for Nancy?

AS Nancy‑Lorraine’s next test will be a friendly against RED Star FC 93 at home on February 12, 2027. Facing the 4th‑placed side will allow the team to trial tactical tweaks. Meanwhile, Nancy remains 30 points behind league leaders Estac Troyes, emphasizing the gap to bridge for a late‑season push.

Key stats: Nancy sits 14th in Ligue 2 with 37 points, 35 goals for and 52 against, 30 points off the leaders. The upcoming fixture is against RED Star FC 93 at home on 2027‑02‑12.