ASSE: Bad news announced before Guingamp

Hard blow for ASSE. Opponents of Guingamp on Saturday evening, the Greens will be deprived of Gautier Larsonneur for a…

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 4:29 PM

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Saint-Etienne goalkeeper Gautier Larsonneur will miss several weeks with a knee sprain ahead of the Guingamp clash.
Coach Ian Cathro confirmed Larsonneur must undergo strengthening and re-athleticizing before returning to action.
Replacement goalkeeper Mamour Ndiaye has earned praise from Cathro for his steady performances during Larsonneur's absence.

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Saint-Etienne goalkeeper Gautier Larsonneur will be sidelined for several weeks due to a sprained knee, head coach Ian Cathro announced ahead of Saturday's match against Guingamp. The 29-year-old shot-stopper has already missed two matches and will miss the upcoming Ligue 2 trip to Brittany as he continues his recovery.

Cathro explained that Larsonneur requires leg strengthening and re-athleticizing, noting he could not specify an exact return date. The coach expressed satisfaction with backup goalkeeper Mamour Ndiaye, praising his calm, balanced performances as Ligue 2 leaders ASSE aim to extend their winning streak.

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