After an important victory on the field of Clermont (1-2), ASSE resumed training with a session open to the public, testifying to a group in reconstruction with progressive returns and absences still present. The state of the troops is encouraging, with the return to collective training of several key players, of which Eirik Horneland expects to be able to see again on the field as early as Saturday. Despite a few players absent from the session, the team is preparing to receive the Stade de Reims on Saturday night in a expected Chauron, in a context of confrontation between two teams recently relegated and now considered favourites of the League 2. Eirik Horneland will take stock of the status of his group at Thursday’s press conference.

The AS Saint-Étienne continues to produce young talents, as evidenced by the new convocation of France U16 by Naoufaan Mnemoi. This young central defender, recruited this summer in Air Bel, quickly establishes himself as a major hope, appreciated for his athletic profile and his investment intelligence. This second national selection is an example of the club’s training policy, which focuses on its young people for the future. The ASSE, in the reconstruction phase under the new Kilmer project, sees Mnemoi as a valuable asset, capable of becoming a face of the team for the years to come. Next week, he will participate in a double friendly confrontation against Switzerland in Montreux.

The victory against Clermont marks the second consecutive victory of the ASSE outside, a notable improvement after many difficulties encountered in the previous season. The team, led by Eirik Horneland, was able to defend its first place leader, with a success brought by the decisive entry of Lucas Staasinn, the author of both goals. This result demonstrates a significant improvement in the defensive strength of the team and its ability to overcome closed encounters. The ASSE remains undefeated after five days of championship, with the objective of confirming its progress on the next trips, while remaining vigilant against the opponents waiting to surprise them.