The Greens secured a 2-0 victory against Strasbourg, giving them significant respite before the derby scheduled for the following Sunday. ASSE coach Olivier Dall'Oglio shared his thoughts on the match during a press conference in the mixed zone.
He highlighted the impact of some key players, noting that Pierre Ekwah showed a higher level of play, impressive in several respects. Dall'Oglio also noted the evolution of Benjamin Bouchouariwhich strengthened its defensive performance compared to previous periods.
Louis Mouton also received praise for his commitment and continued progress. According to the coach, these individual contributions were instrumental in raising the overall level of the team during this crucial match.
The substitutes also played a significant role, integrating harmoniously into the game and maintaining the dynamic initiated by the starters. Dall'Oglio expressed his satisfaction with this continuity provided by the new entrants.
These collective efforts allowed the Saint-Étienne team to calmly prepare for the upcoming challenge against their historic rival. Team morale and cohesion seem to be on the rise at a strategic time in the season.
The coach hopes this performance will serve as a springboard for future matches, boosting his players' confidence and skills. The success against Strasbourg could well mark a turning point in the ASSE season.