Saint-Étienne showcased a remarkable performance in their latest match, dominating US Ecotay-Moingt with an impressive score of 11-1. This clash took place at the Stade Geoffroy Guichard as part of the Coupe de France. The result marked a significant victory for AS Saint-Étienne, allowing them to advance to the next round of the competition.
Match Highlights
The game, held over the weekend, saw AS Saint-Étienne aiming to keep their Coupe de France ambitions alive. After defeating Quetigny in the previous round, they faced the lower-league team, US Ecotay-Moingt. The match commenced with high hopes for the Verts, led by coach Eirik Horneland.
First Half Performance
- 11th Minute: Ben Old opened the scoring with a well-placed shot after a pass from Irvin Cardona.
- 13th Minute: Igor Miladinovic doubled the lead, demonstrating his skill in front of goal.
- 26th Minute: Augustine Boakye scored a stunning goal from long range, extending the lead to 3-0.
- 31st Minute: Ben Old scored his second goal, highlighting his offensive prowess.
- 34th Minute: João Ferreira joined the scoring, making it 5-0.
- 40th Minute: Nadir El Jamali netted his first professional goal, further solidifying the lead.
- 41st Minute: Old completed his hat-trick, taking advantage of a header assist from Paul Eymard.
The first half ended dramatically with a staggering score of 7-0, demonstrating Saint-Étienne’s complete control of the match.
Second Half Highlights
After making several substitutions, Coach Horneland aimed to maintain momentum for the second half. Despite the slower pace, Saint-Étienne added more goals:
- 60th Minute: Ben Old scored his fourth goal, increasing the tally to 8-0.
- 67th Minute: Paul Eymard marked his first goal at the stadium, making it 9-0.
- 72nd Minute: Ecotay Moingt’s Vial scored a stunning free-kick, giving the fans a moment to cheer.
- 74th Minute: Nadir El Jamali scored his second goal, pushing the score to 10-1.
- Final Moments: A last-minute own goal by the visitors concluded the match with a remarkable 11-1 scoreline.
Conclusion
This emphatic victory for AS Saint-Étienne highlighted their attacking capabilities and teamwork. The match also provided crucial experience for younger players. With this win, the team advances to the next round of the Coupe de France, solidifying their pursuit of glory in the tournament. The supporters at Stade Geoffroy Guichard witnessed a remarkable day, showcasing the magic that only the Coupe de France can bring.
