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Saint Etienne vs Dijon

Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, Saint Etienne23 January 2019 at 17:30

Match Events

Saint Etienne
Dijon
Kick Off
11′
Naïm Sliti

assist: Jules Keita

Loïs Diony
14′
28′
Naïm Sliti
Half Time
Pierre-Yves PolomatKévin Monnet-Paquet
46′
Assane DiousséWahbi Khazri
46′
47′
Jules Keita

assist: Naïm Sliti

51′
Naïm Sliti

Penalty

52′
Júlio Tavares

assist: Naïm Sliti

59′
Júlio TavaresWesley Saïd
Robert Berić

assist: Loïs Diony

60′
Kévin Monnet-Paquet

assist: Wahbi Khazri

64′
Loïs DionyRomain Hamouma
67′
71′
Enzo LoiodiceJordan Marié
85′Mickaël Alphonse
85′
Mickaël AlphonseOussama Haddadi
90′
Jordan Marié

assist: Naïm Sliti

Full Time

Match Statistics

11Shots on Goal9
6Shots off Goal1
17Total Shots10
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
8Fouls11
14Corner Kicks2
2Offsides1
73%Ball Possession27%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves8
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Saint Etienne is 6.75, compared to — for Dijon. 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. Saint Etienne's highest-rated starter is Stéphane Ruffier (7.05), while Dijon's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Saint Etienne have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by Timothée Kolodziejczak (1G). Dijon's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Saint Etienne deploy 4 defenders rated 6.71 on average, against Dijon's 5-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 4 midfielders averaging 6.56, versus Dijon's 3 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 2 forward(s) averaging 6.90, compared to 2 for Dijon 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 74% for Saint Etienne and —% for Dijon. 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

Saint Etienne's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Dijon. 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 Saint Etienne's starting XI is 31.9 (youngest: William Saliba (24), oldest: Stéphane Ruffier (35)), while Dijon 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

Saint Etienne's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 0 for Dijon. 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.

Saint Etienne4-2-3-14-3-3Dijon
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Ruffier4Saliba2Subotić5Kolodzi.3Polomat8Dioussé6M'Vila11Salibur7Cabella9Diony10Berić1Rúnarss.2Alphonse4Couliba.5Aguerd3Moutou7Balmont6Lautoa8Loiodice9Sliti11Tavares10Keita

Substitutes

Coach: J. Gasset

Substitutes

Coach: A. Kombouare

Saint EtiennePosition StrengthDijon
6.75
Avg Rating
7.05Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.71Defender (4 v 5)
1G 0A0G 0A
6.56Midfielder (4 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.90Forward (2 v 2)
0G 1A0G 0A
Saint Etienne4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperStéphane Ruffier7.0
4DefenderWilliam Saliba6.6
2DefenderNeven Subotić
5DefenderTimothée Kolodziejczak6.81G
3DefenderPierre-Yves Polomat
8MidfielderAssane Dioussé6.6
6MidfielderYann M'Vila6.5
11MidfielderYannis Salibur
7MidfielderRémy Cabella
9ForwardLoïs Diony6.91A
10ForwardRobert Berić
Dijon4-3-3
1GoalkeeperRúnar Alex Rúnarsson
2DefenderMickaël Alphonse
4DefenderSenou Coulibaly
5DefenderNayef Aguerd
3DefenderArnold Bouka Moutou
6DefenderWesley Lautoa
7MidfielderFlorent Balmont
8MidfielderEnzo Loiodice
9MidfielderNaïm Sliti
11ForwardJúlio Tavares
10ForwardJules Keita

Match Summary

Dijon defeated Saint Etienne 6:3. The match was played in Coupe de France 2018. Goals were scored by Naïm Sliti 11′, Loïs Diony 14′, Naïm Sliti 28′, Jules Keita 47′, Naïm Sliti 51′ (pen.), Júlio Tavares 52′, Robert Berić 60′, Kévin Monnet-Paquet 64′, Jordan Marié 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Saint Etienne had 73% possession while Dijon held 27%. Saint Etienne had 17 shots (11 on target) compared to 10 (9 on target) for Dijon. Saint Etienne made 3 substitutions, Dijon made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Saint Etienne vs Dijon Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Saint Etienne
8
wins
Drawn
3
Dijon
2
wins
Total goals
25 · 1.9/match
Both scored
5/13 · 38%
Over 2.5
5/13 · 38%

Recent Form

Saint Etienne

LDWLDL

Dijon

LWDWLW

Match Prediction

Saint Etienne

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Dijon

10%

Away win

Model advice

Combo Winner : Saint Etienne and +2.5 goals

50%Form50%
67%Attack33%
100%Defence0%
85%Head-to-head15%
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026