The 2013-14 campaign delivered ultimate heartbreak for Sochaux, as Les Lionceaux finished a perilous 18th in Ligue 1, resulting in their relegation to Ligue 2. The season-long, desperate fight for survival culminated in a crushing final-day 0-3 home defeat to Evian TG FC which sealed their fate. Despite the turmoil, young striker Cédric Bakambu's 7 goals provided bright moments of attacking hope. It was a dark and unforgettable year that saw the historic club fall out of the top flight and remains a painful, defining chapter in their modern history.