The AS Saint-Étienne prepares to face its Lyon rival in a Derby of vital importance, whose outcome might well determine his future in the elite of French football. As the end of the season approaches, the club finds itself in a difficult situation, struggling for its survival in Ligue 1 and having only five days to reverse a worrying trend. At only three points from the first relegable, Le Havre, and five from Reims, whose goal difference is significantly better, the stakes are considerable and require irreproachable performance.

Aware of the stakes, the club has put in place a series of initiatives aimed at increasing the involvement of supporters and strengthening the unique link between the team and its audience. An exceptional training was opened at the Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium, attracting an impressive number of fans, and another will be organized at the Robert-Herbin Centre. These actions demonstrate the club’s willingness to create a popular dynamic and galvanize troops in a tense sporting context. The groups of supporters were also called to come together, stressing the importance of this Derby for the future of the club.

The match against OL is therefore more than just a confrontation between two teams; it represents a potential turning point for the AS Saint-Étienne season. The atmosphere at the Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium, already described as incandescent, will be greatly influenced by the unwavering support of fans, whose commitment demonstrates their commitment to the club and their desire to see the Greens stay in League 1. The weekend looks hot, and the outcome of this Derby could well seal the fate of the AS Saint-Étienne.