AS Saint-Étienne will face Stade Rennais in their Ligue 1 encounter this weekend without Ghanaian midfielder Augustine Boakye, who has been sidelined for medical reasons.
The Greens, set to play at Roazhon Park on Saturday, November 30, as part of Matchday 13, received the update during head coach Olivier Dall’Oglio’s pre-match press conference.
The coach confirmed Boakye’s absence while discussing his squad’s readiness for the fixture.
“Augustine Boakye felt pain during a sprint and will not play this match,” Dall’Oglio stated, without providing further details about the player’s condition.
The injury comes as a setback for the 24-year-old, who has been striving to secure a regular place in the team since his arrival this summer.
Boakye joined Saint-Étienne from Austrian side Wolfsberger at the start of the season and has made eight Ligue 1 appearances so far, four of which were starts.
His contributions have shown promise, but this latest setback could temporarily hinder his efforts to cement his position in the squad.
Saint-Étienne, who are keen to improve their standing in the French top flight, will need to adapt their midfield strategy in Boakye’s absence.
The upcoming match against Rennes is expected to be a tough challenge, with both teams aiming to capitalize on their recent form as the season progresses.
The club has yet to release any updates on the extent of Boakye’s injury or his expected recovery timeline.
Fans will be hoping for a swift return for the talented midfielder as Saint-Étienne looks to navigate a demanding fixture list in the coming weeks.
As the Greens head into Saturday’s match, all eyes will be on how Dall’Oglio reshapes his lineup to compensate for Boakye’s unavailability.
The coach’s tactical adjustments will be crucial as Saint-Étienne aims to secure a positive result away from home.
