For its first of the season, Saint-tienne took the upper hand over Lorient (2-0) on Sunday for the second day of Ligue 1.
Yet much more comfortable in the first quarter of an hour with a slick game, the Hakes were caught in a backlash. Launched by a clearance from Moulin, Nordin did a big job to serve Hamouma, who sent a light strike with the left foot into the skylight (1-0, 19th). Despite their willingness to play forward, the Bretons conceded the biggest chances as Nardi was forced to perform a reflex kick save to keep Neyou from driving the nail in the door.
After the break, Kolodziejczak scratched a ball which Nordin used to serve Hamouma again, mercilessly as he landed his right foot shot low to the ground (2-0, 51st). While Camara had the opportunity to score a third goal, Saint-tienne was in control until the end. A first important victory.
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POSSESSION (%) 51% 49% |
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PASSES (successful%) 382 (82%) 354 (77%) |
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SHOTS (framed) 13 (5) 6 (1) |
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FAULTS SUBJECTED 23 13 |
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