PARIS (Interstat) — A regional derby between two clubs from the north of France will highlight Friday’s Ligue 2 schedule as USL Dunkerque hosts rival Boulogne.

The match at Stade Marcel-Tribut pits a surging Dunkerque side against a struggling Boulogne team desperate for points. Dunkerque sits comfortably in the upper half of the table with a league record of 3-2-2, while Boulogne is mired near the bottom at 2-7-2.

Form heavily favors the hosts. Dunkerque is riding a three-match winning streak across all competitions, including a statement 2-1 victory over Stade de Reims last Saturday. Their attack has been potent, scoring eight goals in their last three outings.

Conversely, Boulogne is winless in its last four league matches, managing only two draws in that span. They are coming off a 1-1 draw with FC Annecy but were thrashed 6-2 by Stade de Reims in the match prior, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities.

Despite the disparity in form, the Interstat game simulator projects a 1-1 draw, suggesting the intensity of a derby could level the playing field.

Following this match, Dunkerque will travel to face Rodez on Nov. 21. Boulogne’s next fixture is at home against Grenoble Foot 38 on the same date.