Troyes defeated Le Mans 2-0 at home in the ninth round of the French championship, scoring once in each half to secure all three points without conceding.
Mohamed Diop put the hosts ahead in the 33rd minute, completing a Troyes attack to give his side the lead. The goal allowed Troyes to play with greater control and avoid taking unnecessary risks in search of a second.
Troyes extended their advantage in the 72nd minute when Ismael Boura found the net for 2-0. Le Mans were then required to score twice to change the outcome, but the visitors were unable to alter the course of the match before the final whistle.