AS Saint-Étienne prepares for a new season in Ligue 2, with a crucial match scheduled for August 16 at Chaudroon, marking their return to competition after a relegation season. The enthusiasm of the fans is palpable, illustrated by the addition of more than 1,500 new subscribers since 18 June for the 2025-2026 season. This mobilization reflects the deep commitment of fans to their club, which places their trust in the Kilmer Sports Ventures project and the ambition displayed by Eirik Horneland. Moreover, termination rates remain exceptionally low, at only 2.5% for subscribers with automatic renewals, stressing the determination of the fans to accompany the team in its upsurge in Ligue 1.

The tacit subscriptions will be renewed on July 19 for those who have not expressed a refusal, and seats could still be available in the Henri-Point and Pierre-Faurend stands, despite the saturation of the North and South Kops. Various subscription packages are available, including exclusive benefits and discounts for youth, students and seniors, as well as access to the women’s team matches. The ASSE aims to exceed 15,000 subscribers before the takeover, and registration continues on the club’s website and on site at the stadium.

This match of the second day of Ligue 2 will oppose ASSE to Rodez, a familiar opponent, who was met two years ago. The last match played at the Chaudroon in the second division had seen ASSE bow to the Ruthenois, after missing the promotion on the penultimate day. However, the team then managed to beat Rodez as an accession playoff. In four Ligue 2 matches, ASSE had never succeeded in defeating Rodez. This home game, eagerly awaited by the Stéphanois fans, represents a key moment for the club, in the absence of their usual stadium, the Chaudroon.