Metz U19 edged a five-goal thriller, defeating Auxerre U19 3-2 in an away fixture in the French U19 Youth League on October 5, 2025. In a match full of attacking drama, Metz showed resilience to come out on top against their hosts. Auxerre, playing at home, would have aimed for a strong start, but Metz proved dangerous on the counter-attack. The lead likely changed hands during an end-to-end encounter, with both teams finding the net. Ultimately, Metz found a crucial late goal to secure all three points, handing Auxerre a narrow and disappointing defeat in front of their own fans. The victory provided a vital boost for Metz's early-season form.