Francis Gillot’s team aims to keep alive their hopes for European qualification, and this match against Saint-Etienne provides an opportunity to secure three points against a direct rival for Europe.
However, Bordeaux will have to face the challenge without their main offensive asset, Cheikh Diabaté, who is sidelined due to a knee injury. Additionally, Guillaume Hoarau, the Reunionese striker who recently joined the club, is unavailable due to a muscular problem.
Despite these setbacks, Gillot can rely on emerging talents like Senegalese international Henri Saivet. Bordeaux’s recent goal drought and winless streak emphasize the importance of securing a positive result in this match against Saint-Etienne.
The Bordeaux group for the match includes players like Carrasso, Jug, Mariano, Henrique, Bréchet, Chalmé, Orban, Sané, Poundjé, Poko, Rolan, Ben Khalfallah, Nguemo, Traoré, Maurice-Belay, Sertic, Saivet, and Crivelli.
