Despite an encouraging third place,
AS Saint-Etienne does not escape criticism in Ligue 2. The Greens have been blowing hot and cold since the start of the season, and this inconsistency does not reflect their economic power.
ASSE’s record is quite telling: with 28 goals scored this season, the Forez club can boast of having the most prolific attack in Ligue 2, but it has also conceded 19 pawns, making it the 13th attack in the championship.
Eirik Horneland, coach of AS Saint-Etienne.
Capable of stringing together poor performances then inflicting a slap on a direct competitor the following week, Saint-Etienne lacks continuity. Eirik Horneland is the first player from the club to be singled out.
Horneland is hanging on a thread
Arriving less than a year ago to succeed Olivier Dall’Oglio, Eirik Horneland imposed his mark very quickly. A fan of attacking football with overwhelming possession, the Norwegian technician has never renounced his ideas, despite the worrying copies of his men on the defensive level. A die-hard attitude that could cost him his place.
Several sources indicate a potential departure of Eirik Horneland. Onze Mondial even specified this week that the profile of Patrick Vieira, free since his dismissal from Genoa, was appreciated by management. A success at the Stade de l’Aube against the leader, Troyes, would allow Horneland to buy time and peace of mind. Otherwise, the Norwegian’s situation will become critical.
