

Blois 4-1 Beauvais – National 2 Victory Keeps Promotion Hopes Alive
Blois produced a dominant display on 10 May 2026, defeating Beauvais 4-1 in a crucial French Championnat National 2 encounter. The result not only extended Blois’s unbeaten run at home but also strengthened their position near the top of the Group A table as the season entered its closing weeks.
Match Overview
From the opening whistle, Blois seized control of the midfield and pressed high, forcing Beauvais into defensive errors. The home side’s front line, led by an inspired striker, consistently caused problems for the Beauvais back four. By half-time, Blois had already built a three-goal lead, putting the game well beyond the reach of the visitors.
Key Moments
- 12th minute: Blois opened the scoring with a well-worked corner routine. The ball was flicked on at the near post and headed home at the far post.
- 28th minute: A clinical counter-attack doubled the lead. The Blois winger cut inside from the left and curled a shot into the far corner.
- 40th minute: A penalty, awarded for a handball in the box, was calmly converted to make it 3-0.
- 55th minute: Beauvais pulled one back with a deflected free-kick, briefly raising hopes of a comeback.
- 74th minute: Blois restored their three-goal cushion with a powerful strike from the edge of the area, sealing the 4-1 final score.
Tactical Story
Blois deployed a 4-3-3 formation that allowed them to overload Beauvais in wide areas. The full‑backs pushed high, providing width while the midfield trio dictated the tempo. Beauvais, playing a more cautious 4-2-3-1, struggled to maintain possession and were frequently caught in transition. Their lone goal came from a set‑piece, underlining their lack of open‑play threat.
Standout Players
The Blois playmaker registered two assists and was a constant creative force. The centre‑forward, who scored twice, showed excellent movement and finishing. For Beauvais, the goalkeeper made several saves to keep the scoreline respectable, but his efforts were in vain.
Season Impact
The win kept Blois firmly in the hunt for promotion to National 1. With only a handful of matches remaining, every point is precious. Beauvais, meanwhile, remained in mid‑table, their slim hopes of a late surge now all but extinguished.