This Sunday, February 4, at 5 PM, the Aiglons are traveling to the Stade Brestois field for the 20th day of Ligue 1. The Gym has the chance to widen the gap against their Breton opponent, surprisingly third in the league.
“We will have to be even better than usual.” In a press conference this Friday, Francesco Farioli warned that we should not expect an easy match on Sunday in Brest. The Italian coach continued: “Brest is the true surprise of the season in the league. We must congratulate the coach and the players.” Currently third in the league, the Bretons continue to surprise, as demonstrated by their draw (2-2) at the Parc des Princes last weekend against PSG.
The stakes of this match are crucial for the Aiglons. Only three points separate the two teams in the standings. A victory at the Francis le Blé stadium would allow the Gym to strengthen their second place.
Diop uncertain, Atal out of the squad, Rosario suspended
For this match, Francesco Farioli has an almost complete squad. Maxime Dupé and Valentin Rosier should make their first appearance in this squad. However, Sofiane Diop is uncertain. The Moroccan international feels discomfort under the sole of his foot. After accumulating yellow cards, Pablo Rosario is suspended. Terem Moffi and Jérémie Boga are still at the CAN.
Youcef Atal has resumed training, ten days after Algeria’s elimination during the group stages of the CAN. But the Algerian will not be traveling to Brittany. A departure still seems to be the considered solution. While the winter transfer window has closed in several countries, it is still open in countries like Austria or Turkey. “We will see what happens regarding Youcef Atal,” confided Florian Ghisolfi, alongside the official presentation of Maxime Dupé.
On the Brest side, Jérémy le Douaron is uncertain. The forward has discomfort at the back of his thigh. Former Nice player, Jordan Amavi, is injured and will miss this match.
Probable line-ups:
Brest : Bizot – Locko, Chardonnet, Brassier, Lala – Magnetti, Lees Melou, Camara – Pereira Lage, Mounié, Del Castillo
Nice: Bulka – Bard, Dante, Todibo, Lotomba – Sanson, Ndayishimiye, Thuram – Cho, Guessand, Laborde
