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3w ago

Saint-Étienne Triumphs Over Lyon in Tense Derby du Rhône

A 2-1 victory at Geoffroy-Guichard boosts ASSE's survival hopes in Ligue 1 after a 45-minute match interruption and a controversial VAR decision.

Toulouse s’impose à Paris.
Léo Barré, arrière du Stade Français.
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Stassin épargné par Letexier durant le derby.

Overview

  • Saint-Étienne defeated Olympique Lyonnais 2-1 in their first home Derby du Rhône since 2019, crucially improving their chances of avoiding relegation.
  • The match was halted for 45 minutes after assistant referee Mehdi Rahmouni was struck on the head by a projectile thrown from the stands.
  • A red card initially issued to ASSE striker Lucas Stassin for a dangerous tackle on Corentin Tolisso was overturned following a VAR review, stirring controversy.
  • Lucas Stassin emerged as the hero for Saint-Étienne, scoring twice to secure the victory despite Lyon's efforts to equalize late in the match.
  • The game drew over 40,000 fans to Geoffroy-Guichard, underscoring the intense support for ASSE in their fight to remain in Ligue 1.