Valenciennes

[ChristopheVAFC]

Here is the latest news from Valenciennes:

** FRIENDLY MATCHES **

After playing the following friendlies:
- Dunkerque 0-2 VAFC
- VAFC 3-0 FCV Dender

Valenciennes played a third friendly match against the Belgian side RFC Liège.

VA won this third match 4-2.
The match was played in three 30-minute periods.

Scorers:
- Salif LEBOUATH (6')
- Luka BOITEAU (18')
- Célestin NYEMB (33')
- Rayane EKRA (55')

- Goal for Liège (16')
- Goal for Liège (56')

A fourth friendly match is currently underway—again against a Belgian team—at Kortrijk's home ground.

I will share the score here a bit later.

** SUMMER TRANSFERS **

The latest rumors point to a loan deal from Southampton for midfielder Issa TOUNKARA.

And as of this morning, there is a rumor that Valenciennes is in talks with Christopher ROCCHIA, a 28-year-old left-back.

That’s the news for today, folks.

[ChristopheVAFC]

Update on this morning's friendly match against Kortrijk.

It ended in a 1–1 draw.

Kortrijk opened the scoring in the 27th minute, and Valenciennes equalized in the 88th minute through Vincent Marcel.

As the match was played behind closed doors and not broadcast, I have no further details.

Schedule for the coming week:

- Sunday, July 19 (tomorrow): Departure for England and Southampton's Staplewood Campus for a five-day training camp running until July 23.

- Wednesday, July 22: Friendly match against Eastleigh FC at Silverlake Stadium.

- Saturday, July 25: Friendly match against the UNFP (National Union of Professional Footballers) in Valenciennes.

[ChristopheVAFC]

Hello friends, I hope you're doing well.

News from Valenciennes:

** TRAINING CAMP IN SOUTHAMPTON **

Currently at their training camp in Southampton, the players have been alternating between training sessions and team-building activities—including go-karting.

Today, they visited St Mary's Stadium and paid their respects at the Ted statue before the friendly match against Eastleigh at Silverlake Stadium. Kick-off is at 8:45 PM local time.

** SIGNINGS **

A 10th new player arrived yesterday: Christopher Rocchia.

👤 Who is Christopher Rocchia?

Position: Left-back / Left wing-back (1.72m)

Career path: A product of the Olympique de Marseille academy, he made his professional debut in Ligue 1 with the club.

He subsequently had several spells—initially on loan and later via permanent transfers—at Sochaux (L2), Dijon (L2), and more recently at Aubagne and FC Villefranche Beaujolais in the National league.

Playing style: He is a full-back with explosive movement, known for his pace, high work rate along the flank, and attacking contribution.

🎯 Verdict

On paper, this is an excellent market opportunity. Rocchia possesses the athletic and technical qualities to quickly become an undisputed starter and a dynamic force on the left flank. If the medical and coaching staff can help him find consistency and confidence, he has all the makings of a standout performer this season.

That’s all for the news.

Have a great evening, everyone.

[ChristopheVAFC]

Starting XI Eastleigh vs Valenciennes FC

- Derrick Abu start the game tonight

Source https://x.com/DanJHargraves/status/2079993102857629983/photo/1

[ChristopheVAFC]

30' goal for Valenciennes !

MABROUCK ROUAI !

Score: 0-1

[ChristopheVAFC]

Half Time: 0-1 for VA 😎

[ChristopheVAFC]

77' Break for Valenciennes 🔥

Vincent MARCEL.

Score: 0-2 🙂