The AS Saint-Étienne faced an important match in Strasbourg, but the Greens once again disappointed by taking a bad start at the Stade de la Meinau. This defeat is the 18th of the season for ASSE in Ligue 1. despite the efforts of their coach Eirik Horneland who had made a bold choice in his team selection, the Stéphanois lacquered efficiency to hop for even a draw. Horneland had it a starting lineup with few surprises, except for the return of Yvann Mason after his suspension against Lyon. However, the form Dunkirk player maintained on the bench and did not play. Instead, Dennis Appiah was preferred in the right-back position despite some mistakes in his game. Nevertheless, he played the full 90 minutes. This is a continuation of his recent form, as he is now the night most played player in the ASSE squad this season in Ligue 1.