6 January 2023 at 17:00
Match Summary
Paris FC defeated Valenciennes 3:1. The match was played in Coupe de France 2022. Goals were scored by J. Berthomier 16′ (pen.), W. Caddy 28′ (pen.), M. Chahiri 49′, M. Guilavogui 69′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Paris FC had 48% possession while Valenciennes held 52%. Paris FC had 9 shots (4 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Valenciennes. Paris FC made 5 substitutions, Valenciennes made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Paris FC and Valenciennes — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Penalty
assist: P. Lasne
assist: A. Gory
Match Statistics
Paris FC had 48% possession against Valenciennes's 52%. Paris FC registered 9 shots (4 on target) while Valenciennes managed 6 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–5. Fouls committed: 13–13.
Lineups
Paris FC lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under T. Laurey, while Valenciennes deployed a 4-2-2-2 under N. Rabuel.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Paris FC is 6.60, compared to — for Valenciennes. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Paris FC's highest-rated starter is I. Kebbal (6.90), while Valenciennes's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Paris FC deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Valenciennes's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Paris FC field 4 midfielders averaging 6.30, versus Valenciennes's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Paris FC start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.90, compared to 2 for Valenciennes averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 72% for Paris FC and —% for Valenciennes. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Paris FC's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: I. Kebbal (27), oldest: A. Gory (29)), while Valenciennes average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Paris FC's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for Valenciennes. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: T. Laurey
Substitutes
Coach: N. Rabuel
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Paris FC have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. Valenciennes show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Paris FC vs Valenciennes Head to Head Results
Paris FC and Valenciennes have met 16 times — Paris FC won 7, Valenciennes won 5, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. Paris FC leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 16 meetings. A combined 46 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.88 per match (24 for the home side, 22 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (56%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (44%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–5 in 2023.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (16)
API data: 8 Apr 2026