The arrival of Ebenezer Annan and João Ferreira at ASSE marked the beginning of a new era for the club, generating a palpable enthusiasm among fans. These two recruits, one Ghanaian left side and the other Portuguese multi-purpose defender, quickly seduced by their technical qualities and their involvement in the field. Their first official appearance in the 3-3 draw against Laval was particularly well received, with more than 98% of Instagram voters expressing their satisfaction. This positive reception is seen as an encouraging sign of the success of the ASSE sports bet, aimed at strengthening its corridors with fast, combustible and technically sharpened players.

The 2025-2026 Ligue 2 season starts with a crucial home match against Rodez, a major challenge for AS Saint-Étienne after the frustrating draw in Laval. The team, despite an interseason marked by instability in its staff, relies on new talents such as Strahinja Stojkovic and Lucas Staascin to boost its game. Coach Eirik Horneland must constantly adjust his plans due to injuries, late returns and potential departures, but the arrival of these new recruits offers a promising prospect for the future.

The preparation of the match against Rodez focused on the discovery of the new stadium of Geoffroy-Guichard by the players, including new recruits such as Mahmoud Jaber and Florian Tardieu. The goal is to prepare for the return of the audience and confirm the good impressions left during the game against Laval. Despite some absences due to injuries or tactical decisions, the team seems ready to meet the challenge and confirm the expectations of the fans, hoping that these new recruits will bring the speed, combativity and technical quality necessary to succeed in an increasingly competitive championship.