The first leg of the Ligue 1 playoffs kicks off this Tuesday as AS Saint-Étienne hosts OGC Nice at the Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium. The match sees two Senegalese internationals, goalkeeper Yehvann Diouf and defender Antoine Mendy, starting for the visitors in a high-stakes clash.
Nice’s last chance to secure Ligue 1 survival
OGC Nice, currently 16th in Ligue 2, will be aiming for a positive result against third-placed Saint-Étienne in the first leg of the promotion/relegation playoff. The Aiglons have already missed out on the Coupe de France final, falling to RC Lens, leaving this match as their final opportunity to secure a Ligue 1 spot for next season.
Diouf and Mendy lead Nice’s defensive line
With Yehvann Diouf and Antoine Mendy set to feature from the whistle, Nice’s starting lineup reflects their defensive solidity and Senegalese influence. The duo’s experience at international level could prove crucial in navigating this decisive encounter against the Ligue 2 side.
Saint-Étienne, hosting the match at their iconic venue, will be looking to capitalize on home advantage as they aim to secure their place in France’s top flight.