The AS Saint-Étienne started its pre-season with a pre-season match against Et Star Carouge, which took place in a sunny Envol Stadium. The team, composed of a mix of key players, young talent and new recruits, saw Djyliian N’Guessan, titularized at the attack, be particularly active from the beginning of the match. However, his enthusiasm was brutally interrupted at the 40th minute when he injured his right thigh by doing a dry cleaning on an opponent. This injury required replacement before half-time, causing concern in the technical staff for the start of the season.

This injury is of particular concern to the team, as it adds to a list of existing unavailabilitys, including Lucas Staasins, Moueffek and Bouchouaari. Djyliian N’Guessan, a player able to bring depth and impact to the attack, is considered a key element in the offensive rotation. His absence could therefore restrict the tactical options available to the new coach, Erik Horneland, who relied on this preparation phase to evaluate his offensive players and refine automations. Augustine Boakye took her place on the field, and even delivered a decisive pass for Ben Old, the first Stéphanois scorer.

The severity of N’Guessan’s injury will be determined within the next few hours, and may require several weeks of rest if an injury is confirmed. In the meantime, the staff will have to adapt the workload to minimize the impact of this absence. This situation highlights the difficulty of recovery and the importance of physical preparation for players. The team will have to demonstrate resilience and adapt to unforeseen circumstances to successfully tackle the upcoming season.