RODEZ, France (Interstat) — Matthéo Xantippe scored in the 11th minute and Grenoble made the lone goal stand in a 1-0 victory over Rodez on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at Stade Paul Lignon in Ligue 2 action. Xantippe, a defender, played 86 minutes and recorded the only goal of the match. Grenoble moved to 2-3-1 in the competition and across all competitions, while Rodez also moved to 2-3-1 in the competition and across all competitions. Grenoble received yellow cards to Jean Akpro in the 42nd minute, Clément Vidal in first-half stoppage time, Samba Lélé Diba in the 75th, and Yvann Macon in the 87th. Rodez could not find an equalizer despite playing at home. The result gave Grenoble a road win after its previous match, a home loss to Annecy. Rodez entered after a loss at Metz. Grenoble next hosts Clermont on Sept. 18, while Rodez hosts Nancy the same day.