FC Metz vs FC Lorient

Lorient delivered a clinical 4-0 demolition of Metz at Stade Saint-Symphorien on Sunday, capping a dominant display with a stunning three-goal stoppage-time surge to heap further misery on the league's bottom side. Jean Victor Makengo broke the deadlock in the 24th minute, giving Lorient a half-time lead they never looked like surrendering. Bamba Dieng doubled the advantage in the 84th minute before the visitors went on a remarkable late blitz — Arthur Avom Ebong struck in the 90th+7 and Noah Cadiou added a fourth just a minute later. Metz had more possession (54%) but were outshot 14 to 6 on target. No red cards or penalties, just a gulf in quality. The result leaves Metz stranded in 18th place with just 16 points, deep in the relegation zone going into their final fixture. Lorient, now ninth on 45 points, can be well satisfied with a professional performance that underlines their solid season.