Sun Sep 21 18:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Saint-Etienne Snatch Thrilling Victory Over Reims in High-Scoring Affair

**Saint-Etienne, France –** In a captivating match that showcased attacking football from both sides, Saint-Etienne emerged victorious against Reims with a final score of 3-2. The match, played in front of a roaring home crowd, saw the “Verts” (Greens) overcome an initial period of dominance from Reims to secure a hard-fought win and reclaim the top spot in Ligue 2.

Reims’ Teuma proved a constant threat, netting two goals to keep his team in contention until the final whistle. However, Saint-Etienne’s Stassin stole the show with a brace of his own, supported by a goal from Miladinovic, proving crucial in securing the victory.

The game was not without its drama. Ange Tia received a yellow card for a reckless tackle on Old, who looked poised to launch a counter-attack. Late in the game, a series of tense moments saw Reims push for an equalizer. Solid defensive performances from Lamba, denying Nakamura, and a crucial save from goalkeeper Larsonneur kept Reims at bay. Akieme also got a yellow card for a foul on Old, who proved a dangerous asset through-out the game. Pallois provided an important defensive performance covering Old in the late stages of the game.

Despite Reims’ relentless pressure, Saint-Etienne managed to weather the storm and secure the three points, continuing their unbeaten streak and moving back to the top of the Ligue 2 table. Reims, meanwhile, sit at 9th in the league standings. With seven minutes of added time adding to the tension, Saint-Etienne showcased resilience and determination to secure their fourth win of the season. The match will be remembered as a thrilling encounter that highlighted the competitive spirit of Ligue 2.

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