Ligue 2· Kick-off : Monday, November 2, 2026, 19:45 (UK time)
Reims vs Sochaux: 2-0 result and AI prediction review
Review: prediction vs result
Final score: Reims 2-0 Sochaux. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Sochaux (55%), while victory for Reims was rated at only 16%. The final score ranked 10th among the most likely scorelines (2.4%), behind 0-1. On goals, the model did not expect both teams to score (30%): correct; it pointed to under 2.5 goals (28%): correct.
Match analysis
Reims vs Sochaux was played on Monday, November 2, 2026 (Ligue 2, matchday 11). Venue: Stade Auguste-Delaune, Reims. Before kick-off, our model gave Reims a 16% chance of winning, the draw 29% and Sochaux 55%. The most likely correct score is 0-1 (20.7%), ahead of 0-0 (16.2%) and 0-2 (13.3%).
Reims have won just one of their last 5 matches (3 draws, 1 defeat), scoring 6 and conceding 7. Sochaux have won just one of their last 5 matches (2 draws, 2 defeats), scoring 7 and conceding 9. On recent form, there is little to separate the two teams. On average Reims score 1.20 and concede 1.40 goals per game; Sochaux score 1.40 and concede 1.80. In the table, Reims sit 5th with 18 points from 10 games, Sochaux 13th with 11 points from 10. 8 places separate the two sides. Over their recent games, Reims have averaged 0.37 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.85 for Sochaux.
In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 3 wins for Reims, 1 for Sochaux and 1 draw. The most recent ended Sochaux 2-2 Reims (Jan 21, 2024). In double chance terms, "Reims or draw" stands at 45%, "Sochaux or draw" at 84% and "no draw" at 71%.
In short : Sochaux are tipped by our AI model in this Reims v Sochaux (55%). On recent form, Reims have 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss in 5 while Sochaux have 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in 5. Our model's most likely scoreline: 0-1.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Most likely correct scores
Scores shown as Reims – Sochaux. 0-1 is the single most likely scoreline (20.7%); the 5 scores below add up to 70% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.
| Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| Reims 0-1 Sochaux | 20.7% |
| Reims 0-0 Sochaux | 16.2% |
| Reims 0-2 Sochaux | 13.3% |
| Reims 1-1 Sochaux | 11.2% |
| Reims 1-0 Sochaux | 8.7% |
Goals: both teams to score, over/under
The model expects 1.82 goals in total (0.54 for Reims, 1.28 for Sochaux): over 2.5 goals has a 28% probability and both teams to score 30%. A tight, low-scoring game is on the cards. Reims keep a clean sheet in 28% of scenarios, Sochaux in 58%.
| Probability | |
|---|---|
| Reims expected goals | 0.54 |
| Sochaux expected goals | 1.28 |
| Both teams to score | 30% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 54% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 28% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 11% |
| Reims clean sheet | 28% |
| Sochaux clean sheet | 58% |
Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Reims
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 26, 2026 | Boulogne · Ligue 2 | 1-1 | D |
| Oct 16, 2026 | Dijon · Ligue 2 | 4-2 | W |
| Oct 10, 2026 | Nantes · Ligue 2 | 0-0 | D |
| Oct 2, 2026 | Anderlecht · Club Friendlies | 0-3 | L |
| Sep 18, 2026 | Montpellier · Ligue 2 | 1-1 | D |
Sochaux
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2026 | Annecy · Ligue 2 | 1-3 | L |
| Oct 17, 2026 | Metz · Ligue 2 | 2-3 | L |
| Oct 9, 2026 | Boulogne · Ligue 2 | 1-1 | D |
| Oct 2, 2026 | Neuchatel Xamax FC · Club Friendlies | 2-1 | W |
| Sep 18, 2026 | Laval · Ligue 2 | 1-1 | D |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reims | 5 | 18 | 10 |
| Sochaux | 13 | 11 | 10 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2024 | Sochaux 2-2 Reims | Coupe de France |
| Dec 8, 2022 | Reims 3-0 Sochaux | Club Friendlies |
| Feb 9, 2018 | Reims 3-0 Sochaux | Ligue 2 |
| Sep 16, 2017 | Sochaux 2-4 Reims | Ligue 2 |
| Feb 11, 2017 | Reims 0-1 Sochaux | Ligue 2 |
Out and doubtful
Reims
No absences reported.
Sochaux
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
Reims
Starts over the last 4 matches (official line-ups).
- C. Kouranfal4/4
- D. Guindo4/4
- M. Daramy4/4
- S. Kotto4/4
- T. Leoni4/4
- Y. Fofana4/4
- Elie3/4
- J. Mambuku3/4
- T. Hulsmann3/4
- S. Dembele2/4
- S. Soumano2/4
Sochaux
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- B. Gomel5/5
- M. Jeannin5/5
- M. Peybernes5/5
- Y. Demoncy5/5
- B. Diawara4/5
- A. Vitelli3/5
- D. Gomis3/5
- E. N'Gatta3/5
- J. Masson3/5
- K. Djoco3/5
- L. Nomel3/5
Other matches in this competition
- Metz 1-3 PAUOct 30, 2026
- Nantes 1-1 Clermont FootOct 30, 2026
- Grenoble 1-3 DijonOct 30, 2026
- Laval 1-0 BoulogneOct 30, 2026
- Rodez 1-0 DunkerqueOct 30, 2026
- Annecy 0-3 MontpellierOct 31, 2026
- Guingamp 3-0 Saint EtienneOct 31, 2026
- RED Star FC 93 1-4 NancyNov 2, 2026
- Dijon 1-0 RED Star FC 93Nov 6, 2026
- Nancy 1-0 SochauxNov 6, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the Reims vs Sochaux prediction?
Before the match, our AI gave Reims a 16% chance of winning, the draw 29% and Sochaux 55%. Sochaux are therefore favourites. Final score: 2-0.
What is the most likely correct score for Reims vs Sochaux?
0-1 (20.7%), followed by 0-0 (16.2%), 0-2 (13.3%), 1-1 (11.2%) and 1-0 (8.7%).
Will both teams score in Reims vs Sochaux?
The probability that both Reims and Sochaux score is 30%. Reims have a 28% chance of keeping a clean sheet, Sochaux 58%.
How many goals should we expect in Reims vs Sochaux?
The model expects 1.82 goals (0.54 for Reims, 1.28 for Sochaux). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 54%, over 2.5 goals 28%, over 3.5 goals 11%.
When and where is Reims vs Sochaux played?
Monday, November 2, 2026 at 19:45 (UK time), Ligue 2, matchday 11. Venue: Stade Auguste-Delaune, Reims.
What form are Reims and Sochaux in?
Reims: 1 win, 3 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (6 scored, 7 conceded). Sochaux: 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (7 scored, 9 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Reims and Sochaux?
In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 3 wins for Reims, 1 for Sochaux and 1 draw. The most recent ended Sochaux 2-2 Reims (Jan 21, 2024).
What was the Reims vs Sochaux result, and was the prediction right?
Final score: Reims 2-0 Sochaux. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Sochaux (55%), while victory for Reims was rated at only 16%. The final score ranked 10th among the most likely scorelines (2.4%), behind 0-1. On goals, the model did not expect both teams to score (30%): correct; it pointed to under 2.5 goals (28%): correct.
How is the Reims vs Sochaux prediction calculated?
The model estimates each team's expected goals (0.54 for Reims, 1.28 for Sochaux) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.