# Ajaccio and Angers Relegated After Losing in Ligue 1 Round 38 Against Clermont
In a dramatic final round of Ligue 1, Ajaccio and Angers both saw their seasons come to an abrupt end as they fell to defeats against Clermont. Both teams were relegated from the top tier of French football, leaving their fans heartbroken and their futures uncertain.
## Ajaccio’s Descent from Mid-Table Respect to Relegation
Ajaccio, who had previously secured a mid-table finish last season, saw their campaign unravel in the final weeks. A poor run of form in the latter stages of the season, including a 1-0 loss to Clermont, proved costly. The team’s defensive issues and inability to convert chances proved their undoing. With just one win in their final five games, Ajaccio’s season ended in heartbreak. This marks their second relegation in three seasons, indicating instability at the club.
Manager Olivier Dall’Oglio will face questions about his leadership, as Ajaccio’s performance never reached the heights of last season. The club’s ownership and board will need to rebuild quickly if they are to return to Ligue 1 in the future.
## Angers’ Shock Relegation
Angers, who had been narrowly avoiding relegation all season, suffered a stunning collapse in their final match. A 2-1 loss to Clermont saw them drop into the third division for the first time since 2015. This result was a shock to the football community, as Angers had been battling to stay in Ligue 1 despite a lackluster performance.
Manager Stephane Moulin had been praised for his ability to keep the team competitive, but even his best efforts couldn’t prevent the slide. Angers’ inability to secure a win in their final six games, including a missed penalty in the 89th minute, cost them dearly. This relegation is a tough pill to swallow for a club that had been looking to cement their place in Ligue 1.
## The Aftermath of the Relegation Battle
The relegation battle this season was one of the most intense in recent memory, with multiple teams fighting to avoid dropping down. While Ajaccio and Angers ultimately fell short, the drama of their campaigns will be remembered. For both clubs, the focus now shifts to next season and the task of rebuilding.
Ajaccio and Angers now join Nîmes Montpellier and Grenoble in the third division, leaving Ligue 1 with four new promoted teams for the upcoming season. The relegation of these two historically competitive clubs adds a layer of excitement to the league’s recalibrated landscape.
As the dust settles on this season, fans of Ajaccio and Angers will reflect on what might have been. Both clubs have much to rebuild, but the spirit of the game and the passion of their supporters will undoubtedly see them through.