Ligue 1 promotion play-off: as saint-étienne prepares for crucial clash with ogc nice
The Association Sportive de Saint-Étienne (ASSE) is set to face OGC Nice in a pivotal two-legged play-off for a coveted spot in Ligue 1. The initial encounter will unfold at the historic Stade Geoffroy-Guichard on Tuesday, May 26, a date adjusted due to the Coupe de France final schedule.
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Following their dramatic penalty shootout triumph over Rodez, AS Saint-Étienne has now confirmed their formidable opponent for the upcoming Ligue 1 play-off series.
Their challenger is OGC Nice, managed by Claude Puel, who concluded their Ligue 1 campaign in 16th position. This season’s play-off schedule presents a distinct format compared to previous years, adding an extra layer of anticipation.
Coupe de France final prompts play-off rescheduling
The highly anticipated Coupe de France final, featuring Lens and Nice on Friday, May 22, necessitated a shift in the Ligue 1 play-off dates, pushing them to the subsequent week.
- First Leg: ASSE versus Nice, Tuesday, May 26, at 8:45 PM, hosted at the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard.
- Second Leg: Nice versus ASSE, Friday, May 29, at 8:45 PM, taking place at the Allianz Riviera.
OGC Nice could potentially face disciplinary actions, such as playing behind closed doors, following the pitch invasion incident during their final regular season match against Metz.
Supporters can catch all the action as these crucial encounters will be broadcast live on the Ligue 1 + channel.
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