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SAINT-ETIENNE VS LAVAL - FRANCE: LIGUE 2 MATCH PREVIEW
FRANCE: LIGUE 2 MATCH DETAILS: SAINT-ETIENNE VS LAVAL
As Saint-Etienne prepare to host Laval on February 21, 2026, with kick-off at 20:00, this FRANCE: Ligue 2 fixture promises an intriguing contest.
SAINT-ETIENNE PREVIEW IN FRANCE: LIGUE 2
Saint-Etienne, currently 3rd in the standings with 40 points from 23 games, are close to the leaders with only 2 points separating them. They've earned 20 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.
LAVAL PREVIEW IN FRANCE: LIGUE 2
Laval, sitting 17th with 18 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 14 points from 12 games this season.
Their recent form has been weak, with 3 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR SAINT-ETIENNE VS LAVAL
Recent meetings between Saint-Etienne and Laval have been competitive, ending in a 3-3 draw.
The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.
In their previous league match against Guingamp, Saint-Etienne recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a 4-4-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Larsonneur, Old, Nade, Le Cardinal, Pedro, Kante, Boakye, Davitashvili, Miladinovic, Cardona, Stassin. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.
Laval's last outing came against Annecy, where they secured a 2-2 draw using a 3-4-3 system. Their starting XI featured Samassa, Commaret, Bianda, Ouaneh, Mandouki, Kouassi, Aradj, Sanna, Thomas, Mbayo, Camara. With three at the back, the team looked to dominate possession and overwhelm centrally.
Looking ahead, Saint-Etienne are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Saint-Etienne and Laval are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.
In their previous league match against Guingamp, Saint-Etienne recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a 4-4-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Larsonneur, Old, Nade, Le Cardinal, Pedro, Kante, Boakye, Davitashvili, Miladinovic, Cardona, Stassin. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.
Laval's last outing came against Annecy, where they secured a 2-2 draw using a 3-4-3 system. Their starting XI featured Samassa, Commaret, Bianda, Ouaneh, Mandouki, Kouassi, Aradj, Sanna, Thomas, Mbayo, Camara. With three at the back, the team looked to dominate possession and overwhelm centrally.
Looking ahead, Saint-Etienne are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Saint-Etienne and Laval are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR SAINT-ETIENNE VS LAVAL
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Saint-Etienne's fixtures have averaged 2.7 goals per game, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Laval's games average 2.2 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.
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