…DERBY

The derby is part of the party. It’s always a special atmosphere. There is a kind of attractiveness linked to the event, the history, the good and bad times. Beyond the derby, it is above all three decisive points in the fight for maintenance which will be at stake for the Merlus. A victory would also reassure the club's playing intentions at home.

…ABOUT MATCH

Our last two outings were not successful. We want to become an actor again. We have to give something else. If there can be a surplus of energy linked to the pride of the defeat of the first leg, this can help us to go further.

…INJURY REPORT

Martin Satriano has his grinta. It's something very marked among South Americans. We are very happy with what he produces with us, sometimes unlucky. He deserves more. He is very calm in the locker room, less aggressive than on the field. Jordan Amavi's problem is that he was injured for a while and he has been back for 3 weeks with the rest of the group. Bradley Locko starts on the left side. Then there is Antonin Cartillier who is on loan from Monaco in the same position. Choices will have to be made. It’s a question of form and investment.

…OBJECTIVE

For me the final sprint is the last 4 matches. We will have to position ourselves well between now and then, we have 4 matches before we get there. We have organised, as usual, our own challenge of internal points on these matches. Of the 6 objectives organised since the start of the season, only 1 has not been achieved.

…OPPONENT

Lorient is back in good spirits, congratulations to them. Régis Le Bris is a very good coach who managed to overcome the situation there. No, the flavour of the derby is not altered by the difference in points in the standings.