Despite Tiéné’s unavailability, Montpellier enters the match with a sense of relief after securing their Ligue 1 status following a hard-fought victory against Toulouse. Rolland Courbis, who joined mid-season, has achieved his mission of ensuring another season in the top flight for Montpellier. As a result, the team travels to Saint-Etienne without the burden of pressure.
Sitting comfortably in 13th place with 42 points, Montpellier has enjoyed recent success away from home, with a victory and a draw in their last two road games. Courbis will rely on his squad, including players like Marveaux, Cabella, and Sanson, to deliver a positive result against Saint-Etienne.
Here’s the Montpellier squad for the match: Goalkeepers: Pionnier, Jourdren Defenders: Bocaly, Congré, El Kaoutari, Deplagne, Jebbour, Assoumin Midfielders: Saint-Ruf, Marveaux, Martin, Cabella, Sanson, Stambouli Forwards: Niang, Tinhan, Ait Fana, Camara, Deza
Despite Tiéné’s absence, Montpellier will aim to continue their recent success and secure a positive result against Saint-Etienne.