Saint-Étienne, not entirely in control of their Ligue 2 fate heading into the final matchday, concluded the regular season with a commanding 5-0 victory over Amiens, hoping for direct promotion to Ligue 1. However, their aspirations for an immediate return to the top flight were dashed as Le Mans secured second place, and with it, direct promotion, by leading 2-0 against Bastia. The match in Bastia was ultimately abandoned due to a barrage of flares thrown onto the pitch during stoppage time.
Consequently, ASSE will now face the play-offs and a subsequent promotion/relegation playoff to have a chance at rejoining French football’s elite division. This report details Saint-Étienne’s decisive win and provides updates on the ongoing situation regarding the interrupted match in Corsica.
English Translation:
Saint-Étienne, not masters of their own destiny before the final day of Ligue 2, concluded the regular season with a festival against Amiens in the hope of joining Ligue 1 directly (5-0). But at the same time, Le Mans secured their second place, synonymous with promotion, by leading 2-0 against Bastia before the match was interrupted by thrown flares during stoppage time. ASSE will have to go through the play-offs and the playoff match to hope to return to the elite of French football. Relive this match and follow the latest information on the interruption of the encounter in Corsica.