Guingamp vs Amiens — Ligue 2

**Guingamp 1-0 Amiens**

**Playing Style:** Guingamp dominated possession (60% vs 40%) and created more opportunities, with 13 total shots (5 on target) compared to Amiens’ 8 (3 on target). Their play was more structured, with higher accuracy in passing (88% vs 81%) and more successful dribbles (9 vs 3). Guingamp also had greater control in the opponent’s half (61% vs 35%) and more touches inside the box (29 vs 18). Amiens, on the other hand, played a more defensive and reactive style, with stronger defensive actions (63 vs 49) and more successful tackles (19 vs 14). They also had more interceptions (10 vs 7) and blocks (5 vs 2), showing a more organized backline.

**Strengths and Weaknesses:** Guingamp’s strengths lay in their possession-based approach, with superior passing, ball control, and presence in the opponent’s half. They had more successful long balls (26 vs 14) and more corners (6 vs 4). However, they struggled to convert their chances, with 0 of 2 big chances converted (0% vs 0% for Amiens). Their defensive actions per shot faced (6 vs 5) suggest they were more effective in limiting Amiens’ opportunities.

Amiens’ strengths were in their defensive organization, with more successful tackles, blocks, and interceptions. They also had more fouls committed (16 vs 8), indicating a more aggressive approach. However, they lacked in attacking efficiency, with fewer shots on target and less control in the final third. Their big chances conversion rate was also 0%, despite having only one such opportunity.

**Conclusion:** Guingamp deserved the win based on their dominance in possession, passing, and presence in the opponent’s half. They had more shots, more shots on target, and more successful actions in dangerous areas. However, neither team was able to convert their chances, with both failing to score from their big opportunities. Amiens’ defensive resilience limited Guingamp’s effectiveness, but Guingamp’s overall control of the game was more consistent and impactful. The 1-0 scoreline reflects Guingamp’s better performance, despite both teams failing to capitalize on their chances.