Roche Bon Dieu Saint Etienne Secure Convincing 3-0 Win At Marechal

Rodrigues Roche Bon Dieu Saint Etienne Sporting Club travelled to Marechal to face Baladirou SC in a league away fixture on 15 November 2025, kicking off at 3:30pm. The visitors emerged dominant with a comprehensive 3-0 victory, leaving Baladirou SC unable to respond throughout the 90 minutes plus added time.

Saint Etienne lined up in a 3-2-3-2 formation, deploying three defenders at the back with Isaac Brandy Clair on the right, Jean Steven Etienne centrally, and Gilbert Manuel on the left. The midfield featured two central midfielders, Jean Jordenley Jolicoeur and Joseph Stephenson Begue, tasked with both defensive cover and linking play. Ahead of them, the attacking midfield trio consisted of Marc Yohan Junior Francon Edouard on the right, Joseph Olivier Prudence centrally, and Nigel Philippe on the left, expected to create chances and support the two forwards. Up front, Jean Daryl Gaspard operated as the right forward, with Jean Jeremi Marinio Castel on the left, both charged with finishing opportunities. The substitutes available were Jean Claudney Pierre Louis, Jean David Philippe, Kevan Castel, and James Hendrick Jean Pierre.

The match began with Rodrigues Roche Bon Dieu Saint Etienne asserting control early on. Their first breakthrough came in the 16th minute when Marc Yohan Junior Francon Edouard delivered a precise cross from the right flank, allowing Nigel Philippe to tap in neatly with his right foot. This opener set the tone for the visitors, who maintained pressure and looked to extend their lead.

As the first half progressed, Saint Etienne’s midfield duo, particularly Joseph Stephenson Begue, dominated possession and disrupted Baladirou SC’s attempts to build attacks. The visitors’ defensive trio remained resolute, denying any clear-cut chances to the home side. The half concluded with Saint Etienne comfortably ahead at 1-0.

Early in the second half, the visitors doubled their advantage in the 52nd minute. Nigel Philippe, having impressed on the left wing, swung in a cross from wide, which found Jean Jeremi Marinio Castel. The left forward expertly converted the set piece delivery with a right-footed finish, extending the lead and putting Baladirou SC on the back foot.

Shortly after, in the 59th minute, an injury forced a change as Joseph Olivier Prudence was replaced by Jean Claudney Pierre Louis. This substitution injected fresh energy into the attacking midfield area. Six minutes later, a tactical switch saw Jean David Philippe come on for right defender Isaac Brandy Clair, signalling a shift in approach to maintain control and possibly exploit wider areas.

The visitors continued to press and were rewarded in the 73rd minute when substitute Jean Claudney Pierre Louis unleashed a stunning right-footed strike from distance, a genuine screamer that left the goalkeeper with no chance. This goal effectively sealed the match, putting Saint Etienne 3-0 ahead and firmly in command.

Further tactical substitutions followed in the 75th minute, with Kevan Castel replacing left forward Jean Jeremi Marinio Castel, and James Hendrick Jean Pierre coming on for central midfielder Jean Jordenley Jolicoeur. These changes aimed to preserve the lead and manage the game’s tempo as the final quarter unfolded.

Despite the comfortable scoreline, the match saw a late flash of aggression when left defender Gilbert Manuel received a yellow card in the 90th minute for a bad tackle, a reminder of the competitive edge present throughout the fixture.

Rodrigues Roche Bon Dieu Saint Etienne Sporting Club’s performance was marked by clinical finishing, disciplined defending, and effective midfield control. Joseph Stephenson Begue stood out as the player of the match, orchestrating play from midfield and providing the backbone for his team’s success.

In summary, Saint Etienne’s 3-0 triumph at Marechal was a statement of intent in the league, showcasing their tactical organisation and attacking prowess against Baladirou SC.