Nice vs Saint-Étienne — Pass Map

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Pass Map

Nice 4 – 1 Saint-Étienne

Ligue 1 · 29 May 2026

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Legend

Node size = touches

Edge thickness = est. passes

High xG assisted

Tactical Themes

Left-back orchestrating Nice's possession

Mendy completed 57 passes at 89.1% accuracy while accumulating 80 touches, anchoring Nice's build-up play from defence. His ball-retention prowess allowed the team to control tempo and transition safely out of the back.

Saint-Étienne defender threading attacking passes

Appiah created five key passes despite registering no expected assists, suggesting he found dangerous spaces for teammates from his defensive position. His playmaking activity showed creative ambition in transition from a back-line role.

Midfield workhorse breaking up play

Louchet recorded 16 combined defensive actions across tackles, interceptions, recoveries and clearances. His relentless ball-winning work in midfield disrupted Saint-Étienne's rhythm and provided Nice a platform for counter-attacking opportunities.

Fresh legs inject attacking creativity

Diop contributed three key passes in just 45 minutes off the bench, doubling Nice's creative output in the second half. His introduction provided immediate attacking impetus when the game demanded fresh movement and passing angles.