Lorient B secured a narrow 1-0 home victory over Bayonne in French Championnat National 2 on March 22, 2026. The only goal of the game came in the first half, and the reserve side showed impressive defensive discipline to see out the result and claim a clean sheet. The decisive moment arrived just after the half-hour mark, when a Lorient B attacker pounced on a loose ball in the box to fire home. Bayonne pushed hard for an equalizer in the second half, dominating possession and forcing a series of corners, but they found the Lorient B goalkeeper in inspired form. The home side's resilient defending and effective game management in the closing stages were key to securing the three points. This victory provides a boost for Lorient's reserve team in their National 2 campaign, while Bayonne will rue their missed opportunities in front of goal. The Lorient B coach praised his young team's maturity, while the Bayonne manager lamented his side's poor finishing.