Saint Etienne – PAU

Saint‑Étienne head into the clash at home riding the league’s top spot, having amassed 15 points from five wins and a single loss while boasting a 17‑6 goal difference. Their opponents, Pau, sit at the opposite end of the table in 16th place with just five points, derived from one victory, two draws and three defeats, and a modest 4‑6 tally on the scoresheet. The stark contrast in form and firepower sets up a classic top‑vs‑bottom showdown, with Saint‑Étienne looking to extend their unbeaten run and Pau desperate for points to climb out of the relegation zone. Historical head‑to‑head meetings have favoured the league leaders, and the home crowd will be keen to see that pattern continue.