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Wow, what a game! Saint-Étienne pulled off a stunning 1-0 victory over Monaco in the Coupe de France 8th Finals last night. Denis Bouanga's goal in the 24th minute proved to be the difference.
Monaco, playing at home, dominated possession with 76%, but Saint-Étienne showed incredible resilience. They were relentless in their tackling, winning 20 fouls to Monaco's 12. However, Monaco's accuracy in passing (87%) was a significant factor in their attempts to attack.
Saint-Étienne's approach was focused on disrupting Monaco's flow, and they were rewarded for their defensive tenacity. Monaco had 11 shots, but only 4 on target, highlighting their struggles in converting chances. Saint-Étienne’s two shots on target were enough to seal the win.
The game saw plenty of substitutions, with both teams trying to adjust their strategies to gain an advantage. Some key moments were some crucial yellow cards for Saint-Étienne that prevented them from making some quick turns. The final result shows how closely contested the game was despite Monaco controlling the ball more.
It was a tough but fantastic match, and a clear demonstration of the unpredictability of knockout football. Saint-Étienne deserved their victory!