VITRE, France (Interstat) — AS Vitre will host US Alencon on Saturday, May 9, in a National 3 clash that carries playoff implications for both sides. The fixture at Stade Municipal kicks off at a time to be confirmed.

Vitre enters the match on a two-game winning streak. The home side defeated Lannion FC 1-0 on April 25, following a 1-0 victory over Stade Lavallois Mayenne FC 2 on April 11. The only blemish in recent weeks was a 1-0 loss at Stade Rennais FC 1901 2 on April 18. Over their last five matches, Vitre is 3-1-1, with clean sheets in three of those outings.

US Alencon, however, arrives in Brittany winless in its past two. The visitors lost 2-1 at Vannes OC on April 18, and before that drew 1-1 at home against AF Virois on April 11. Alencon’s form has been erratic: a 3-1 win at PD Ergue-Gaberic on March 28 was followed by a 4-0 home loss to OC Cesson on March 7. Overall, Alencon has struggled on the road, with only two away wins this season — at PD Ergue-Gaberic and a 4-3 victory at Stade Rennais FC 1901 2 on Feb. 28.

The two teams have met once earlier this season, though the result was not provided. Historical data from the league suggests these sides are closely matched in the lower half of the table. Vitre has shown resilience at home, while Alencon has been inconsistent.

Key players to watch include Vitre’s defense, which has kept four clean sheets in its last six matches. Alencon’s attack has scored 13 goals in its last 10 games but has also conceded 18 in that span, revealing defensive vulnerabilities.

The Interstat game simulator projects a 2-1 win for AS Vitre. A victory would strengthen Vitre’s position in the mid-table, while Alencon needs points to avoid slipping toward the relegation zone.

Saturday’s match is part of the National 3, the fifth tier of French football, and represents a critical juncture as the season nears its conclusion. Both teams will be eager to finish the campaign on a positive note.