Dunkerque’s victory drought is over. After a tough loss to PSG in the French Cup semi-finals, which marked their fourth consecutive defeat across all competitions, Luís Castro’s side bounced back with a 3-1 win over Guingamp.
The turning point came late in the game. Yassine broke the deadlock in the 69th minute, and Ba doubled the lead 13 minutes later. This came after Gomis was sent off and Guendouz missed a penalty for the visitors. Just as the final whistle was about to blow, Bammou scored an own goal, but Essimi quickly restored the two-goal cushion.
This win propelled Dunkerque past Guingamp in the standings, swapping places to take fourth spot. They’re now six points off the podium and firmly in the play-off zone. The team’s spirits have lifted after a difficult run, and they’re looking to build on this momentum.
Match Highlights
The late surge of goals made for an exciting finish. Here’s a look at the key moments:
- Yassine’s 69th-minute opener
- Gomis’ red card and Guendouz’s missed penalty
- Ba’s goal to make it 2-0
- Bammou’s own goal and Essimi’s quick response
The win is a welcome boost for Luís Castro and his team as they push for a top-three finish. With their play-off spot intact, they’ll be looking to capitalize on this momentum and make a strong finish to the season.
