New Signings and Young Talents Shine in Tactical Setup
The Belgo-British tactician successfully initiated his new era in Burgundy during the club's opening pre-season friendly. Facing the fourth-tier National 1 side, Still deployed an experimental tactical setup that seamlessly integrated several summer signings while adapting to the expected departure of regular forward Lassine Sinayoko.
Canadian forward Theo Bair, returning from his loan spell at Lausanne Sport last season, dictated the first half with a quickfire double. Bair opened the scoring in the 23rd minute before doubling the advantage just four minutes later, putting Auxerre firmly in control before the halftime whistle.
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The second half saw Still blood more fresh talent, including new arrivals Mamadou Diop, Sekou Fofana, and Arthur Piedfort. Aristide Zossou extended the lead to 3-0 in the 47th minute, showcasing the squad's offensive depth as they completely dominated possession and high-pressed the opposition defence.
Recent Chinese signing Xiangxin Wei marked his French football debut with a fine goal in the 66 minute. The young attacker then turned provider, setting up 18-year-old academy prospect Liamfia Dioubaté to round off the dominant display with a clinical finish in the 72nd minute.