In a haunting suspense game, AS Saint-Étienne ripped off a precious point against Stade Brestois, allowing him to maintain his hopes of survival in the championship. The stakes were of crucial importance, a defeat having meant a quasi-relegation in Ligue 2, especially since the victory of Reims the day before had increased pressure on the Greens. The match, played at the Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium, was marked by an offensive game and an alternation of spectacular goals, culminating with a final score of 3-3, reflecting the intensity and determination of both teams.

The first period was the scene of multiple twists, characterized by a stéphanois defence in difficulty and a succession of equalization. Brest opened the score quickly thanks to Ajorque, before Stassin equalized on corner. The Stade Brestois then regained the free kick advantage, then Cardona brought the score back by a new corner. The joy of local fans was short-lived, with Ajorque setting a second goal for Brest, highlighting the defensive weaknesses of AS Saint-Étienne and Larsonneur’s difficulties in the air.

The second half, fought in the rain, saw the Stéphanois show a more combative face. Despite Brest’s technical mastery, the defence of AS Saint-Étienne was stronger. The turn of the game came at the 80th minute thanks to an exceptional goal of Irvin Cardona, who, perfectly served by Florian Tardieu, lobed goaltender Bizot with a sumptuous strike, thus ensuring the draw and offering hope of maintaining the AS Saint-Étienne.