Biesheim win five-goal classic against Epinal

Biesheim edged Epinal 3-2 in a thrilling French Championnat National 2 encounter, with a late goal from Karim Benali sealing a dramatic victory. The match swung one way and then the other, producing five goals, several momentum shifts and a finish that left the home supporters celebrating a memorable result.

Biesheim made the brighter start and took the lead in the 12th minute when Lucas Muller converted from close range after a quick passing sequence down the left. The home side doubled their advantage in the 34th minute through Théo Schmitt, whose angled drive found the bottom corner. At that stage, Biesheim looked in control and Epinal were struggling to cope with the pace of the attacks.

Match overview

Epinal responded well after the interval and pulled one back in the 56th minute through Romain Petit, who finished off a well-worked move from midfield. The away side then equalised in the 74th minute when Yanis Diallo headed home from a corner, setting up a tense final period. Biesheim had to weather a spell of pressure before finding the winning goal in the 88th minute, Benali sweeping the ball into the net after a scramble in the box.

The final minutes were frantic, with Epinal pushing forward in search of a fourth equaliser and Biesheim defending deep. The home side held on through five minutes of stoppage time to claim an important three points in the Championnat National 2.

Key moments

• 12' – Lucas Muller gives Biesheim an early lead.
• 34' – Théo Schmitt doubles the advantage with a fine finish.
• 56' – Romain Petit pulls one back for Epinal.
• 74' – Yanis Diallo equalises with a header from a corner.
• 88' – Karim Benali scores the winner for Biesheim.

Tactical story and standout players

Biesheim’s attacking transitions were the defining feature of the match. Their willingness to play forward quickly created problems for Epinal’s back line, particularly in the first half. Muller and Schmitt were both influential in the final third, while Benali’s late arrival in the box proved decisive. Epinal showed character to fight back from two goals down, but their defensive organisation faltered at key moments.

The result strengthens Biesheim’s position in the French Championnat National 2 and gives them confidence ahead of a demanding run of fixtures. For Epinal, the defeat is a harsh one after a strong second-half response, but the performance showed enough attacking quality to suggest they will remain competitive in the division.