The AS Saint-Étienne won his second victory in summer preparation by winning 1-0 against ESTAC in a friendly game in camera. Under Eric Horneland’s leadership, the team focused on a rigorous tactical discipline from the beginning of the meeting, with an eleven starter including Larsonneur, Owusu, Tardieu and Cardona, aiming to lock spaces and limit risks. Despite a favourable overall possession, the ASSE struggled to create the difference in the last thirty meters, although Jaber distinguished himself by his activity and serenity in the middle of the field. The score remained between 0-0 and half, in a closed but controlled game.

Upon the return of the changing rooms, Horneland made several changes, injecting dynamism into the team with the arrival of players like El Jamali, Nade, Maubleu and Fomba. This strengthening allowed ASSE to speed up the game, thanks in particular to Ben Old’s impulse on the wing. After a hit by Fomba above, the team finally found the flaw thanks to an effective dry cleaning that allowed Fomba to intercept a ball and shift it to Old, which then opened the score (64’). This goal freed the Stéphanois, who showed better control in the last quarter of an hour.

Beyond the result, this victory confirms the rise of the AS Saint-Étienne and the strength of its collective performance. The central hinge shows reassuring signs despite Bernauer’s injury, and the involvement of young players demonstrates a group fully committed to the Horneland project. With two victories in two friendly matches, the ASSE continues its summer with seriousness and ambition, allowing for good results for the next few months.