Pontivy 3–2 Vannes
French Championnat National 3 | May 17, 2026

A dramatic comeback at the Stade du Faubourg de Verdun saw Pontivy snatch a 3–2 victory over local rivals Vannes in a pulsating National 3 encounter. The hosts trailed twice but refused to buckle, turning the match on its head in the final quarter-hour to claim all three points in front of a fervent home crowd.

Match Overview

Vannes struck first through a well‑worked set piece, but Pontivy equalised before the break. The visitors regained the lead early in the second half, putting Pontivy under severe pressure. However, the home side’s relentless pressing paid off with two goals in the last 20 minutes, including a superb solo effort from substitute Mathis Le Goff that sealed the win.

Key Moments

• 28' – Vannes’ central defender headed home from a corner to make it 0–1.
• 41' – Pontivy’s winger cut inside and curled a low shot into the far corner: 1–1.
• 54' – A quick counter‑attack gave Vannes a 1–2 lead with a clinical finish.
• 72' – Pontivy hit the crossbar before a near‑post volley leveled the match at 2–2.
• 84' – Le Goff received the ball on the left, dribbled past two defenders and fired high into the net – 3–2.

Standings Impact

With this win, Pontivy moved up to fourth in the National 3 group, keeping their faint promotion hopes alive. Vannes, meanwhile, slipped to seventh and will rue a missed opportunity to climb the table.