Welcome to Extratips, where today’s clash between Clermont and Troyes ended in a goalless draw—a result that no one saw coming based on pre-match predictions. The game was a tight affair with no goals, but it featured key moments like a couple of yellow cards for Troyes’ defenders and a handful of near misses at both ends, proving defensive resilience often wins over flair. The standout performances came from Clermont’s goalkeeper, who kept the home team afloat with several sharp saves, and Troyes’ frontman, whose persistent runs almost broke the deadlock. Tactically, both sides seemed to prioritize defence, matching their recent form. Pre-match odds favored a low-scoring draw and both teams to score being a 1.83 shot, which eerily played out—no goals, unlikely to happen but it’s what the odds hinted at. Historically, Clermont has struggled against Troyes, losing the last head-to-head 0-2, so a draw here feels like a small victory for the hosts. This game deepens the standings, with both teams staying in the mix for promotion but with work ahead. Surprising? Yes. Predictions leaned towards a home win or Troyes victory, but reality revealed how tight this league really is. It’s a reminder that in football, just when you think you know the score, the pitch has other plans—and sometimes, it’s the defense that steals the show.