Valenciennes 1:1 US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale — Result, Match Report & Stats

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Aymane Nassiri cancelled out Maël Zogba's strike as US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale drew 1-1 with Valenciennes in a Club Friendly, a result that sets up Valenciennes' next fixture against RAEC Mons on August 1st. The game was a tight, even affair between two sides feeling their way through pre-season, with neither able to land a decisive blow.

The match turned on two quick-fire goals in the second half, as Nassiri put Boulogne ahead on 50 minutes before Zogba levelled for Valenciennes just eight minutes later. After a goalless first half, the game sprang to life in that frantic spell, yet neither side could find a winner despite the late pressure.

Possession was split exactly at 50% apiece, but Boulogne edged the corner count 4-2, suggesting they carried the slightly greater attacking threat. Jonas Martin was the standout player for Boulogne with a rating of 7.29, the highest on show, though he did not score. CheckLive's model made no prediction for this fixture, and the draw leaves both sides with work to do before Valenciennes travel to RAEC Mons.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Valenciennes vs US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale?

Valenciennes 1-1 US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Aymane Nassiri (50') for US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale; Maël Zogba (58') for Valenciennes.