Steeve Elana was notably absent from the starting lineup for Lille in their 3-0 victory against Reims, marking the opening match of the 36th day of Ligue 1. The decision to exclude the Martinican goalkeeper came in the wake of subpar performances in recent games, where Lille conceded a total of seven goals against Sochaux (3-3) and Toulouse (2-4). Despite the disappointment, Elana received support from teammates, with defender Franck Beria suggesting that the decision might have been a protective measure. Beria emphasized Elana’s qualities as a goalkeeper and competitor, expressing trust in him and dedicating the victory to him.
LILLE/BERIA: “ELANA REMAINS A GOOD GOALKEEPER”
