LOSC is content with a small point against ASSE in a goalless draw (0-0). The Mastiffs miss the opportunity to approach Europe, the Greens temporarily take a 4-point lead over the first relegation player.
For the opening match of the 28th day of Ligue 1, LOSC received AS Saint-Etienne at Pierre-Mauroy this Friday evening. After two consecutive successes in the Championship, the northern club (7th) had the opportunity to occupy sixth place, qualifying for Europe, in the event of victory. As for the Greens, 17th before this meeting, they were keen to score points in their frantic race to stay in the top flight.
To do this, Pascal Dupraz left Wahbi Khazri, gradually back from injury. Jocelyn Gourvennec fielded the same XI that won in Lyon two weeks ago. If the start of the match seemed to be to the advantage of Lille, who controlled the pace of play, ASSE woke up as the first period progressed to put their foot on the ball and get the first chances. .
ASSE holds up well
However, the event of this first act concerned the locals, since Renato Sanches had to leave on injury, less than a week from the reception of Chelsea for the knockout stages of the Champions League. Behind, Mahdi Camara (24th) then Ryad Boudebouz (37th) drew the first shots on target, well captured then deflected by a vigilant Léo Jardim. Zeki Celik found Paul Bernardoni’s post in stride (40th) before Arnaud Nordin made the Portuguese goalkeeper work in stride (45th +1).
In the second half, Lille was more dominant in the game but could not find the fault in a solid defensive block from Saint-Etienne. Only the incoming Amadou Onana (48th) and Burak Yilmaz (68th) brought a semblance of danger into the opposing penalty area. The two teams leave with a goalless draw (0-0). Lille misses the opportunity to climb to 6th place ahead of Strasbourg, Saint-Etienne temporarily gains a place in the standings.
