FC Metz is actively preparing for the 2026-2027 season, despite the focus on the World Cup. The Moselle club, recently relegated to Ligue 2, has announced a friendly match against FC Sochaux-Montbéliard. This encounter will take place on Wednesday, July 22, at La Haye-le-Doyen Stadium in Golbey, with a kickoff scheduled for 5:30 PM. Luc Holtz, the former Luxembourg national team coach, has been appointed as Metz's manager and will lead the team for this match. This friendly is an opportunity for Metz to prepare ahead of the season start. Meanwhile, AS Nancy Lorraine will also play a friendly match in the Vosges, showcasing that several clubs in the region are gearing up for their season. Metz supporters can look forward to seeing their team in action and assessing new players and the coach's strategy during this encounter against Sochaux.