Stade Reims came into this home game aiming to bag three points that would bring them closer to the European spots, facing off against a Montpellier side in desperate need of points to steer clear of the danger zone. They managed a 1-2 away victory, with goals from Sagnan and Al Tamari in the 87th minute, securing three crucial points.

With this result, Reims stays in ninth place in the overall table, falling six points short of the European spots. Meanwhile, Montpellier climbs to 12th place, putting some distance between them and the danger zone, eight points clear of relegation positions, providing a breath of fresh air for their hopes in Ligue 1.