AJ Auxerre secured a 3-1 win over FC Metz in an exciting Ligue 1 showdown. Despite no specific match events recorded, Auxerre managed to dominate the game with their attacking prowess. The first half saw both teams creating chances, but it was Auxerre who broke the deadlock with a goal before the break. Metz fought back in the second half, but Auxerre held firm and added two more goals to seal the victory.