Eirik Horneland, new coach of AS Saint-Étienne, arrives with an unexpected journey. Having previously managed SK Brann, the Norwegian draws attention to his playing philosophy. In a recent interview, he shared his thoughts on his new team and the French championship.
Horneland expressed his motivation to join Saint-Étienne, emphasizing the importance of supporters. “I'm the type of guy who likes to draw inspiration from everyone. Everyone in life, everyone in sport. But for me, being in Saint-Étienne is a question of passion. It's for the fans, it's for the supporters. »
For Horneland, the Saint-Etienne club stands out for its emblematic color and its dedicated community. “Saint-Étienne? It's Green. First of all, it's very green (laughing). There is a fantastic community of supporters. Everyone knows it. We all know the great history of Saint-Étienne. »
When talking about Ligue 1, Horneland shows palpable enthusiasm. He considers the French championship to be one of the most competitive in the world. “League 1? It's a very competitive championship, with great teams and good players. It is one of the best championships in the world. »
The new ASSE coach recognizes the rich heritage of football in France. “There is a great history of French football. French football is at a very good level. Both at championship level and national team level. »
Horneland see eagerly preparing to take on the challenge of Ligue 1 and contribute to the history of Saint-Étienne. He hopes his passion and vision for the game will bring a new dynamic to the team and captivate the fans.
