FC Sochaux-Montbéliard Regains Ligue 2 Status After Dramatic Playoff Victory
Historic Club Returns to French Second Division After Two-Year Absence
Sochaux Secures Promotion with Penalty Shootout Triumph
FC Sochaux-Montbéliard has secured promotion to Ligue 2 after a thrilling playoff victory over Le Mans FC at the Stade Auguste Bonal.
The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Sochaux goalkeeper Maxence Prévot saving a penalty in the shootout to secure the win.
The victory marks a return to Ligue 2 for Sochaux, who were relegated to the Championnat National in 2020.
The club has a rich history, having won two Ligue 1 titles and six Coupe de France trophies.
Sochaux's promotion is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players, staff, and fans.
The club will now compete in Ligue 2 for the 2023-24 season.
**Key Stats:**
- Sochaux finished 3rd in the Championnat National this season.
- Le Mans finished 4th in the Championnat National this season.
- The match was played in front of a sell-out crowd of 20,000 at the Stade Auguste Bonal.
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