5 March 2020 at 19:55
Match Summary
Saint Etienne defeated Rennes 2:1. The match was played in Coupe de France 2019. Goals were scored by M'Baye Niang 33′ (pen.), Timothée Kolodziejczak 43′, Ryad Boudebouz 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Saint Etienne had 51% possession while Rennes held 49%. Saint Etienne had 16 shots (6 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Rennes. Saint Etienne made 3 substitutions, Rennes made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Saint Etienne and Rennes — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: Loïs Diony
Match Statistics
Saint Etienne had 51% possession against Rennes's 49%. Saint Etienne registered 16 shots (6 on target) while Rennes managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 12–22.
Lineups
Saint Etienne lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under C. Puel, while Rennes deployed a 4-4-2 under J. Stéphan.
Defensive Solidity
Saint Etienne deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Rennes'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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Rennes's 4 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 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Rennes 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: C. Puel
Substitutes
Coach: J. Stéphan
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Saint Etienne have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Rennes show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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