28 January 2020 at 19:55
Match Summary
Saint Etienne defeated Monaco 1:0. The match was played in Coupe de France 2019. Goals were scored by Denis Bouanga 24′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Monaco had 76% possession while Saint Etienne held 24%. Monaco had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Saint Etienne. Monaco made 3 substitutions, Saint Etienne made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Monaco and Saint Etienne — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Franck Honorat
Match Statistics
Monaco had 76% possession against Saint Etienne's 24%. Monaco registered 11 shots (4 on target) while Saint Etienne managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 9–2. Fouls committed: 12–20.
Lineups
Monaco lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Robert Moreno, while Saint Etienne deployed a 4-2-3-1 under C. Puel.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Monaco is 6.27, compared to — for Saint Etienne. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Monaco's highest-rated starter is Aleksandr Golovin (6.27), while Saint Etienne's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Monaco deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Saint Etienne'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
Monaco field 3 midfielders averaging 6.27, versus Saint Etienne'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
Monaco start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Saint Etienne 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 73% for Monaco and —% for Saint Etienne. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Monaco's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Saint Etienne. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Monaco's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: Aleksandr Golovin (29), oldest: Aleksandr Golovin (29)), while Saint Etienne average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Monaco's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 0 for Saint Etienne. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Robert Moreno
Substitutes
Coach: C. Puel
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Monaco have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Saint Etienne show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Monaco vs Saint Etienne Head to Head Results
Monaco and Saint Etienne have met 21 times — Monaco won 10, Saint Etienne won 5, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Monaco leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 21 meetings. A combined 55 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.62 per match (34 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (52%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (38%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Monaco are currently unbeaten in the last 6 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–4 in 2022.
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Recent Meetings (21)
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