Auxerre snapped a six-game winless streak with a 3-1 triumph over struggling Metz at Stade Saint-Symphorien, leaving the hosts anchored at the bottom of Ligue 1.
The visitors took an early lead in the fourth minute thanks to an own goal from Sadibou Sané. Metz’s woes deepened after the break when Michel Mboula inadvertently turned the ball into his own net in the 76th minute.
Kévin Danois sealed the victory in the 89th minute with a stunning strike from outside the box, assisted by Lassine Sinayoko.
Metz managed a late consolation through substitute Nathan Mbala in the fourth minute of stoppage time, finishing off a pass from Alpha Touré.
Despite controlling 62% of possession and registering 13 attempts, Metz were undone by defensive errors.
Auxerre, with 14 attempts and a dominant 78.3% tackle success rate, capitalized on their opportunities.
The win lifts Auxerre to 16th on 17 points, inside the relegation play-off zone, while Metz remain 18th with 13 points. Up next, Metz travel to face Paris Saint-Germain, while Auxerre host Rennes.
