After a period of distance, Irvin Cardona returned to the AS Saint-Étienne this winter, six months after being a major player in the victory of Ligue 1 by the Greens. Its current mission is now to contribute actively to the maintenance of the team in the elite of French football. The 27-year-old striker, who has already made six achievements this season, shows steady progress and is a valuable asset for his team, as evidenced by his remarkable performance in the recent match against Brest.

The route of Irvin Cardona is marked by a deep attachment to the AS Saint-Étienne. Led by Augsburg last season, he was able to captivate the Stéphanois audience by participating in 13 goals in just 22 matches. His desire to find the club, which he has never hidden, testifies to his willingness to see the rise of the previous year not have been vain. Despite a period of exile in Barcelona’s Espanyol, he was recalled in January by Eirik Horneland to help the team stay in the elite, assuming a crucial role in the struggle for the survival of the Greens.

Once again demonstrating his talent and commitment, Irvin Cardona shone in front of his former club, Brest, allowing AS Saint-Étienne to tear up a precious point. Its double, especially the superb lob registered at the 80th minute, illustrates its impact on the game. Beyond his achievements, the statistics reveal a considerable physical investment, making him the third player to travel the most distance in sprint, thus stressing his determination to achieve the positive result for the team. It symbolizes, alongside Lucas Stassin, the fighting spirit and resilience of AS Saint-Étienne in this difficult battle for maintenance.