FC Limonest secured a valuable 1-0 away victory against Istres in a French Championnat National 2 match played on March 22, 2026. The narrow win was decided by a solitary goal, giving Limonest a crucial three points in their battle for position in the fourth tier of French football. The only goal of the game arrived midway through the first half, with Limonest's forward finishing a swift counter-attack past the Istres keeper. Istres pushed hard for an equalizer in the second half, creating several promising opportunities, but they were repeatedly denied by a combination of poor finishing and resilient Limonest defending. The focus point of the match was a disallowed goal for Istres in the 75th minute for a marginal offside call, a decision that sparked protests from the home players and fans. This result provides a significant boost for FC Limonest's league table aspirations, potentially moving them into the top half, while Istres is left to rue missed chances in a tight home defeat. The Limonest manager hailed his team's defensive discipline, while the Istres coach pointed to the fine margins that decided the contest. Both teams fielded strong lineups in a competitive National 2 fixture.