ASSE v Nice tops and flops: Gadegbeku and defence impress, attack misfires

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·28 May 2026

ASSE v Nice tops and flops: Gadegbeku and defence impress, attack misfires

In a tight contest against Nice, Saint-Étienne prioritised their defence and were rewarded, while their attack struggled. According to Le Progres, the match was notably closed throughout.

Among the positives, the back line embodied that approach, setting the tone for a cautious display.

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Gadegebeku stood out. Lined up alongside Kanté against Rodez, he had struggled to find his bearings, but the extra 10 days of work have paid off.

Sharp in his duels, the young Saint-Étienne midfielder was unfazed by Ligue 1 opposition. He also made repeated runs that carried danger towards the Nice goal.

For all that solidity, the forward line endured a far tougher evening, with attacking play proving complicated.

Source: Le Progres