Obviously, there will still be two matches left to truly conclude the first leg. But who says winter break necessarily means mid-term review. And this one isn't very good.
Goalkeeper: Benjamin Lecomte et Dimitry Bertaud experienced a very tumultuous first part of the season. Below the expected level and his past performances, Benjamin Lecomte lost his place for a while to the benefit of Castriote, who did not really know how to take advantage of it to sustainably shake up the hierarchy, while the latest rumors from the corridors suggested a possible departure of the incumbent…
Laterals: right Mr. Sackostill catastrophic in Puy-en-Velay, like others, saw Enzo Tchato get ahead in the competition between the two men. The former Stéphanois, pushed towards the exit, would sharpen the interests of Turkish clubs. Left, Lucas Mincarelli has been on the sidelines for a while, after only 4 small contested matches. Issiaga Syllawithout convincing, continues its peaceful and probable last season in Hérault. Unless Théo Sainte-Luceback, fails to change the course of things.
Central defenders: let's ignore the cases of Christopher Julien et Kiki Kouyaté – Free Mp3 Downloadbusy with the medical staff. Despite the frightening statistics, it is perhaps in this sector that the rare satisfactions are found. Modibo Sagnandespite a few less brilliant weeks, appears to be the most consistent element since the start of the season. Bothered by physical problems and sad personal events, Bećir Omeragić remains a safe bet. This is also the case of Nikola Maksimovićarrived in the wake of Jean-Louis Gasset. It is also in this sector that we witnessed the premiere of two young Pailladins. First with Stefan Dzodica trained defensive midfielder launched in central defense by Michel Der Zakarian before Gasset tried the experiment again, without further success. Then with Yaël Mouangastarted for JLG's first against Toulouse, but has not been seen since despite an overall decent performance.
Midfielders: Birama Touré, Gabriel Barès, Yanis Issoufou et Khalil Fayad have played too little to make a real judgment, although the Franco-Moroccan recently aroused the cold anger of Frédéric Garny, the reserve coach dissatisfied with the investment of the hopeful Pailladin for his return to competition . Relaunched by Gasset, Jordan Ferri had a sudden start, leaving an insipid impression on his first part of the season. Also hampered by injuries, Joris Chautard gains strength from a physical point of view. In preparation for a departure? Enough to free up a place for Rabby Nzingouladeserving but barred by the immutable statuses of its competitors. A status from which Teji Savanierstill captain when we write these lines after a lackluster start to the season, and an unnecessary controversy in the Coupe de France.
The wingers: Mousa Tamarihe too, experienced physical problems. But he is certainly the midfielder who finished the year best. Twirling, more collective, the Jordanian Messi regains his splendor. Arnaud Nordinhe is experiencing an opposite trajectory. At first convincing, the former Stéphanois finished 2024 very painfully. Tanguy Coulibalyhowever, has never been able to shake up a very established hierarchy despite the irregular performances of the incumbents. Othmane Maammaalso physically handicapped, didn't even have a say. Just like Axel Guéguinthe Moroccan will be expected in 2025 to intensify the competition on the wings.
The center forward(s): Akor Adamswith three small goals in thirteen Ligue 1 matches, has had a disappointing start to the season. Without competition, the Nigerian is unable to reverse a negative trend that has lasted for months now. Competition, starving, embodied by Wahbi Khazriwho is not – or no longer – a center forward or Junior Ndiayestill tender for Ligue 1, seems insufficient and reinforcement is expected in the winter transfer window.