AS Saint-Étienne secures third straight Ligue 2 win

AS Saint-Étienne has maintained a perfect start to the Ligue 2 season, securing their third consecutive victory with a 4-0 win against Grenoble Foot 38 at the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard. The goals were scored by Aron Csongvai (13th), Thierno Ballo (19th and before halftime), Irvin Cardona (45+3), and Davitashvili (82nd).

Under the management of Ian Cathro, the team currently holds the best attack and defense in the league. Despite the dominant performance, team captain Julien Le Cardinal noted that the squad still has room for improvement, specifically regarding maintaining control and intensity throughout the entire second half of matches.

In contrast, Grenoble's manager Olivier Frapolli acknowledged Saint-Étienne's status as the championship favorites following the heavy defeat. Other Ligue 2 results from the third round included a 2-5 loss for Nantes against Rodez and a draw for Metz.