Match Report


ToulouseToulouse     AS Saint-ÉtienneAS Saint-Étienne
Olly MartinOlly Martin Gary Parsons Gary Parsons
Vasco FelixV. Felix79
G
1
G
73Alcaly SilvestreA. Silvestre
Nestor GinolaN. Ginola66
D
2
D
69Ledley KanuL. Kanu
Oscar ParlatoO. Parlato77
D
captain3
D
71Emile GascoigneE. Gascoigne
Camille FrétardC. Frétard72
D
4
D
66Andy DickovA. Dickov
Pedro WallèmeP. Wallème74
M
5
M
69Dominic BremnerD. Bremner
Abassi SilvaA. Silva71
M
6
M
75Tobias ZiegeT. Ziege
Samuel BodmerS. Bodmer69
M
7captain
M
69Diego BolañoD. Bolaño
Steve CourtoisS. Courtois70
M
8
M
73Theo EbbingeT. Ebbinge
Sigurjón HallfredssonS. Hallfredsson75
A
9
A
67Sven PrantlS. Prantl
Tomasz RottT. Rott78
A
10
A
71Rodolphe CharlotR. Charlot
Mark DugbateyM. Dugbatey79
A
11
A
67Thomas DehmT. Dehm
 
Daguyl CharvetD. Charvet68
D
12
D
61Jean-Philippe DiattaJ. Diatta
Mauricio CrespoM. Crespo70
M
13
M
35Lomano WeaverL. Weaver
Dennis LaudrupD. Laudrup71
A
14
A
26Regi SchultzR. Schultz

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Match Report
Rain lashes down heavily here at Stade Municipal where Toulouse play host to AS Saint-Étienne. A crowd of 19,120 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Toulouse and AS Saint-Étienne are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Manfa Benyachou.


0.00
Toulouse kick off the first half!
3.20
Theo Ebbinge changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Theo Ebbinge deftly passes the ball to Rodolphe Charlot, releasing him through on goal. Some silky footwork from Rodolphe Charlot provides him some room. He curls a shot at goal. It curls slightly but Vasco Felix manages to gather it.
6.52
Samuel Bodmer threads a neat ball through to Tomasz Rott. Tomasz Rott shoots from outside the area. It curls slightly but Alcaly Silvestre manages to gather it.
8.28
Dominic Bremner runs up as Theo Ebbinge takes the throw-in, skillfully chesting the ball down to his feet. Dominic Bremner plays the ball forward to Rodolphe Charlot. Rodolphe Charlot knocks in a cross ball towards Sven Prantl. Sven Prantl directs the ball goalwards with his head but it curls horrendously wide!
9.23
Tobias Ziege barges into Steve Courtois. Tobias Ziege is given a warning by the referee! Steve Courtois hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
12.44
Theo Ebbinge threads a neat ball through to Thomas Dehm. Thomas Dehm shoots from 20 yards but it scrapes just over the bar. Good effort!
15.30
Andy Dickov deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Tobias Ziege. Tobias Ziege sees space and advances. Tobias Ziege controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it's a woeful effort!
20.24
Samuel Bodmer threads a neat ball through to Sigurjón Hallfredsson. Sigurjón Hallfredsson shoots from 25 yards but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
22.36
Steve Courtois chips the ball to his team mate, Sigurjón Hallfredsson. Sigurjón Hallfredsson makes a simple pass, allowing Mark Dugbatey to run into the box. Mark Dugbatey rockets a shot on goal. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
24.15
Diego Bolaño threads a neat ball through to Rodolphe Charlot. Rodolphe Charlot runs straight at the defence! Rodolphe Charlot looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
27.47
Andy Dickov clumsily knocks into Tomasz Rott. The referee brings Andy Dickov to one side and gives him a warning! Tomasz Rott carries on, but is struggling a bit.
28.50
Theo Ebbinge chips the ball to his team mate, Thomas Dehm. Thomas Dehm tries a spectacular long range effort. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
30.09
Nestor Ginola flicks the ball to his team mate, Samuel Bodmer. Without breaking stride, Samuel Bodmer plays the ball forward to Sigurjón Hallfredsson. Sigurjón Hallfredsson knocks in a cross ball towards Tomasz Rott. Tomasz Rott shows true skill creating a chance out of nothing and knocks the ball goalwards with his head but it flies just wide!
32.49
Abassi Silva knocks the ball to his team mate, Tomasz Rott. Tomasz Rott finds some space and shoots from distance. Alcaly Silvestre gathers the ball up comfortably. Excellent save!
33.56
Diego Bolaño controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Sven Prantl. Sven Prantl passes the ball forward but Thomas Dehm is offside!
38.19
Seeing a gap ahead, Emile Gascoigne plays the ball forward to Dominic Bremner. Dominic Bremner kicks a strong pass forward to Thomas Dehm. Thomas Dehm rushes past Nestor Ginola! Nestor Ginola barges into Thomas Dehm. Thomas Dehm appeals for a penalty! The referee just ignores him!!
40.47
Oscar Parlato receives the ball from a throw-in from Nestor Ginola. Oscar Parlato runs forward with the ball. Oscar Parlato threads a neat ball through to Sigurjón Hallfredsson. Sigurjón Hallfredsson plays a one-two with Tomasz Rott and rushes in on goal... Sigurjón Hallfredsson looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal but Alcaly Silvestre is on top of his game. Excellent save!
42.35
Tobias Ziege chips the ball to his team mate, Rodolphe Charlot. Rodolphe Charlot shoots from 25 yards but it whistles just wide of the post!
44.20
Abassi Silva deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Mark Dugbatey. Mark Dugbatey rushes past Ledley Kanu! Mark Dugbatey shows great control and tries a shot on goal but is denied by Alcaly Silvestre. Excellent save.
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!

Both teams emerge for the second half. Toulouse appear unchanged since the first half. AS Saint-Étienne also appear unchanged since the first half. The Toulouse players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.

45.00
The second half starts with AS Saint-Étienne kicking off!
47.09
Pedro Wallème changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Pedro Wallème lofts in a cross ball towards Mark Dugbatey. Mark Dugbatey gets a glancing touch on the cross ball but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
48.45
Nestor Ginola knocks the ball to his team mate, Abassi Silva. Abassi Silva flicks a high pass forward. Sigurjón Hallfredsson collects the pass. Sigurjón Hallfredsson plays a scrappy one-two with Tomasz Rott and stumbles forward towards the goal... Some awkward footwork from Sigurjón Hallfredsson provides some space. He rifles a shot at goal. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Beautiful goal!!
51.43
Abassi Silva knocks the ball forward to Tomasz Rott. Tomasz Rott shoots from distance. It curls slightly but Alcaly Silvestre manages to gather it.
53.55
Abassi Silva threads a neat ball through to Tomasz Rott. Tomasz Rott whips in a cross ball towards Mark Dugbatey. Mark Dugbatey finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. Alcaly Silvestre manages to gather it easily.
57.24
Abassi Silva chips the ball to his team mate, Mark Dugbatey. Mark Dugbatey shoots from 25 yards. Alcaly Silvestre gets down and covers it.
59.05
Emile Gascoigne plays the ball forward to Diego Bolaño. Diego Bolaño passes the ball forward to Thomas Dehm. Thomas Dehm controls the ball well and immediately threads the ball forward, putting Sven Prantl through on goal. Sven Prantl cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal. Vasco Felix gathers the ball up comfortably. Top class keeping!
60.41
Toulouse have made a substitution with Dennis Laudrup replacing Tomasz Rott .
66.21
Ledley Kanu chips the ball to his team mate, Diego Bolaño. Diego Bolaño flicks a high pass forward to Sven Prantl who brings the ball under control. Sven Prantl lofts in a cross ball towards Thomas Dehm. With a superhuman jump, Thomas Dehm connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Thomas Dehm!
73.01
Theo Ebbinge flicks a high pass forward. Rodolphe Charlot collects the pass. Rodolphe Charlot finds some space and shoots from distance. The keeper is more than a match for it. Great keeping!
78.47
Samuel Bodmer takes it forward alone. Samuel Bodmer chips the ball to his team mate, Dennis Laudrup. Dennis Laudrup cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal but it is tipped over by Alcaly Silvestre.
79.50
Corner kick to Toulouse. Samuel Bodmer plays it short to Nestor Ginola. Nestor Ginola flicks the ball on with his first touch. Oscar Parlato strikes a beautiful right-footed shot at goal but it's well over the bar!
87.24
Andy Dickov darts forward. Andy Dickov flicks a high pass forward. Rodolphe Charlot holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Rodolphe Charlot rushes past Oscar Parlato! Rodolphe Charlot side-steps and rifles a shot at goal. Magnificent save by Vasco Felix!
90.00
Tobias Ziege flicks a high ball forward to Rodolphe Charlot who takes it down. Rodolphe Charlot deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Sven Prantl but the linesman indicates offside!
90.00
The referee blows for full-time

Match Statistics
 

Toulouse

AS Saint-Étienne
Goals
1
1
Shots on Target
9
5
Shots off Target
5
6
Offsides
0
3
Fouls
0
2
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0

Possession
50.6%
49.4%
Play Area
30.3%
43.8%
25.8%

Scorers
Sigurjón Hallfredsson 48
Thomas Dehm 66

Man of the Match
The man of the match was awarded to Alcaly Silvestre of AS Saint-Étienne

Match Ratings
1.Vasco Felix (GK)
7
2.Nestor Ginola (DEF)
6
3.Oscar Parlato (DEF)
7
4.Camille Frétard (DEF)
6
5.Pedro Wallème (MID)
6
6.Abassi Silva (MID)
7
7.Samuel Bodmer (MID)
7
8.Steve Courtois (MID)
6
9.Sigurjón Hallfredsson (ATT)goal scored
9
10.Tomasz Rott (ATT)
7
11.Mark Dugbatey (ATT)
7
 
12.Daguyl Charvet (DEF)
0
13.Mauricio Crespo (MID)
0
14.Dennis Laudrup (ATT)
6

1.Alcaly Silvestre (GK)
9
2.Ledley Kanu (DEF)
6
3.Emile Gascoigne (DEF)
6
4.Andy Dickov (DEF)
6
5.Dominic Bremner (MID)
6
6.Tobias Ziege (MID)
6
7.Diego Bolaño (MID)
8
8.Theo Ebbinge (MID)
7
9.Sven Prantl (ATT)
7
10.Rodolphe Charlot (ATT)
7
11.Thomas Dehm (ATT)goal scored
9
 
12.Jean-Philippe Diatta (DEF)
0
13.Lomano Weaver (MID)
0
14.Regi Schultz (ATT)
0