7 January 2018 at 13:15
Match Summary
Saint Etienne defeated Nimes 2:0. The match was played in Coupe de France 2017. Goals were scored by R. Berič 63′, J. Bamba 68′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Saint Etienne had 64% possession while Nimes held 36%. Saint Etienne had 8 shots (5 on target) compared to 4 (0 on target) for Nimes. Saint Etienne made 3 substitutions, Nimes made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Saint Etienne and Nimes — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Saint Etienne had 64% possession against Nimes's 36%. Saint Etienne registered 8 shots (5 on target) while Nimes managed 4 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 3–5. Fouls committed: 15–7.
Lineups
Saint Etienne lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under J. Gasset, while Nimes deployed a 4-4-2 under B. Blaquart.
Defensive Solidity
Saint Etienne deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Nimes's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Saint Etienne field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Nimes's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Saint Etienne start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Nimes averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Substitutes
Coach: J. Gasset
Substitutes
Coach: B. Blaquart
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Saint Etienne have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Nimes show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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