French Championnat National Round 28: Dijon 2-1 Aubagne The match kicked off at 02:30 local time at the Stade Gaston Gérard, where Dijon secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Aubagne in a crucial French Championnat National fixture. A late winner from the home side broke the deadlock and provided a vital three points in their push for promotion, moving them closer to the top of the table. The game began with high intensity, and Dijon drew first blood midway through the first half when their striker latched onto a through ball to slot home calmly. Aubagne responded well after the break, finding an equalizer from a well-worked set-piece that left the home goalkeeper stranded. The match seemed destined for a draw until the 85th minute, when a defensive error from Aubagne allowed a Dijon midfielder to pounce in the box and fire a low shot into the corner, sending the home fans into raptures. Aubagne pushed for a second equalizer but could not find a way through a resolute Dijon defense in the dying moments. The key focus was Dijon's resilience and ability to grind out a result, with their midfield engine room particularly impressive in controlling the tempo after conceding. The result sees Dijon solidify their position in the promotion playoff spots, while Aubagne remains mired in the lower half of the table, increasing their relegation worries. Post-match, the Dijon manager praised his team's character, stating, "We showed the heart of a team that wants to achieve something special this season." The Aubagne coach lamented the late mistake, saying, "We were disciplined for 85 minutes, but one lapse cost us. We must learn from it." Lineups: Dijon (4-3-3): R. R. – B. S., L. P., M. D., A. T. – J. L., C. M., S. K. – F. B., A. M., E. R. Aubagne (4-4-2): T. L. – P. G., S. B., R. V., L. M. – A. S., D. C., M. F., J. P. – K. O., T. A.