US Vimy claimed a dramatic late 2-1 win over Olympique Saint-Quentinois in their French Championnat National 2 encounter on Saturday, September 19, 2026. A 78th-minute strike from substitute Lucas Delcourt sealed all three points for the hosts after the visitors had fought back to level the scores.

Match Overview

Played at a lively Stade Municipal, the match pitted two sides with contrasting ambitions. Vimy, looking to climb the table after a mixed start, controlled large periods but were repeatedly threatened by Saint-Quentinois’s quick transitions. The away side, desperate for points to escape the lower reaches, showed resilience but ultimately fell to a late sucker punch.

Key Moments

• 23' – Goal! US Vimy 1-0: Maxime Leroy opened the scoring with a crisp finish from the edge of the box after a neat exchange with winger Thomas Roux.
• 52' – Goal! US Vimy 1-1: Olympique Saint-Quentinois equalised through captain Antoine Petit, who headed home a corner from the right.
• 78' – Goal! US Vimy 2-1: Substitute Lucas Delcourt latched onto a through ball and slotted past the goalkeeper to restore the lead.
• 90+3' – Chance: Saint-Quentinois nearly snatched a point, but Vimy keeper Julien Moreau made a stunning save to deny a volley from close range.

Tactical Story

Vimy lined up in a 4-3-3, with Leroy leading the line and Roux providing width on the right. The hosts pressed high and forced Saint-Quentinois into early errors. However, the visitors’ 4-2-3-1 midfield duo of Petit and Kevin Dubois began to win second balls, allowing them to counter. After the equaliser, the game became stretched, and Vimy coach made a decisive double substitution, introducing Delcourt and fresh legs in midfield. The move paid off as Delcourt’s energy stretched the tiring defence.

Standout Performers

Maxime Leroy was a constant threat, his movement causing problems all afternoon. Thomas Roux’s dribbling created several chances, while Julien Moreau’s late save preserved the win. For Saint-Quentinois, Antoine Petit was excellent, and goalkeeper Mathieu Lefèvre made several fine stops to keep the score level for long periods.

What It Means for the Table

The victory lifts US Vimy into the top half of the Championnat National 2 standings, giving them a platform to build on. Olympique Saint-Quentinois remain in the relegation zone, and although they showed fight, they will need to convert performances into points quickly. The reverse fixture later in the season could be crucial for both sides.