Angers SCO U19 produced a ruthless attacking display to thrash Stade Briochin U19 6-1 in the French U19 Youth League on 13 September 2026. A hat-trick from Enzo Moreau led the way as the home side dominated from the opening whistle and reinforced their reputation as one of the most dangerous attacking teams in the Championnat National U19.

Match overview

Angers needed only eight minutes to open the scoring, Moreau finishing off a flowing move down the right. The hosts doubled their lead in the 17th minute through Lucas Girault, whose powerful header from a corner gave the Stade Briochin goalkeeper no chance. Moreau added his second in the 34th minute, converting a low cross at the back post after another sweeping attack.

The second half brought more of the same. Yanis Bamba made it 4-0 in the 52nd minute with a precise shot from the edge of the box, before Moreau completed his hat-trick in the 61st minute. Stade Briochin briefly disrupted the rhythm with a consolation goal from Hugo Le Goff in the 70th minute, but Angers responded immediately and restored their five-goal advantage through Theo Lemaire 10 minutes later.

Key moments

• 8th minute – Angers take the lead: Enzo Moreau finished a slick team move with a first-time strike.
• 17th minute – 2-0: Lucas Girault rose highest to head home from a corner.
• 34th minute – 3-0: Moreau tapped in at the back post after a dangerous low cross.
• 52nd minute – 4-0: Yanis Bamba curled a shot into the bottom corner from 20 yards.
• 61st minute – 5-0: Moreau completed his hat-trick with a composed finish inside the area.
• 70th minute – Stade Briochin reply: Hugo Le Goff scored a consolation goal with a well-directed header.
• 80th minute – 6-1: Theo Lemaire rounded off the scoring after a quick counter-attack.

Tactical story

Angers pressed high from the first minute, forcing Stade Briochin into hurried clearances and constant defensive retreats. The home side’s wingers stayed wide to stretch the defence, creating space for central runners. Moreau’s movement between the lines was particularly difficult to handle, and Angers’ midfield controlled the tempo throughout. Stade Briochin tried to sit deeper after the third goal but struggled to keep possession, leaving their defence under near-constant pressure.

Standout players

Enzo Moreau was the obvious star with three goals, showcasing sharp positioning and clinical finishing. Lucas Girault was dominant in the air and also started several attacks from deep. Yanis Bamba and Theo Lemaire added quality from midfield, while Stade Briochin’s Hugo Le Goff took his consolation goal well and never stopped working.

League impact

The emphatic win gives Angers SCO U19 a significant boost in the French U19 Youth League standings, especially on goal difference. For Stade Briochin U19, it was a difficult afternoon that underlined the challenge of facing the division’s strongest attacking sides away from home. Angers will hope this result becomes a springboard for a consistent run in the Championnat National U19.