Stade Brestois are staring down a troubling streak as they prepare for their penultimate Ligue 1 clash of the season—seven matches without a win. It’s a slide that has dimmed what was once a promising campaign, but Wednesday night’s home fixture against RC Strasbourg Alsace offers a chance to turn the tide before the final whistle blows.

The season’s closing chapters carry a bittersweet tone for Brest. After a decade of service, sporting director Grégory Lorenzi—a key architect of the club’s recent rise—has confirmed his departure. While the timing suggests a changing of the guard, the squad still has pride to play for, even with little at stake in the standings.

Injuries, however, will test their depth. Captain Brendan Chardonnet and fellow centre-back Soumaila Coulibaly are both ruled out, leaving a hole in the heart of defense. Left-back Bradley Locko is also unavailable, forcing head coach Eric Roy to reshuffle his backline.

The likely starting XI sees Grégoire Coudert in goal, shielded by a defensive line of Daouda Guindo, Junior Diaz, Raphael Le Guen, and Kenny Lala. In midfield, Joris Chotard and Hugo Magnetti will look to control the tempo, while Eric Junior Dina Ebimbe, Kamory Doumbia, and Romain Del Castillo support lone striker Ludovic Ajorque up front.

With Strasbourg also eager to finish strong, expect a tense, competitive affair at the Stade Francis-Le Blé. For Brest, ending that winless run would be more than just a result—it would be a statement of resilience heading into an uncertain summer.