This Saturday, the ASSE faced Olympique Lyonnais in a derby, after a difficult start to the season in Arkema Première Ligue. Despite an ambitious mercato, the team struggled to find its balance, and the match against Lyon represented an opportunity to bounce back against a Lyon team that was still formidable, although in the run-up phase. The game, which took place at the Salif-Keita stadium, saw Lyon take the lead quickly, despite ASSE’s efforts to defend itself. Although ASSE showed a willingness to react, it finally conceded a defeat 2-0, a logical defeat but rich in lessons for the future.

At the same time, the 6th day of Ligue 2 saw important meetings. Tromes and Guingamp had a spectacular match, Guingamp finally won 5-4. Montpellier won his game against Bastia 2-0, while Reims, one of ASSE’s opponents, also won his game. The ASSE, under the leadership of its new coach Eirik Horneland, won its match against Reims 3-1, marking an encouraging start to the season for the team. Horneland made his debut with ASSE, winning a major victory and showing interesting combinations.

This victory against Reims is particularly significant, as it comes after a difficult 2024/2025 season for ASSE, marked by a relegation to Ligue 2. The victory was made possible thanks to the goals of Augustine Boakye and Lucas Staasins, and marks a positive turning point for the team. ASSE is now preparing to face Paris FC and OM, with the aim of consolidating its position in the championship and showing a steady improvement in its game.