According to L'Équipe Football, Auxerre's change in defense from a 4-man to a 5-man setup has paid off, with the team conceding fewer opportunities and relying on an inspired performance from goalkeeper Mamadou Diop. Diop made crucial saves, including one from Elie Wahi in the 15th and 78th minutes. The win marks Cameron Archer's second goal in two matches, both of which have come while on loan from Southampton. Archer scored the winning goal in the 74th minute, set up by Christ Makosso, who perfectly launched the ball before Archer beat Yehvann Diouf to score.