Challenge League Shows Tough Times for Etoile Carouge
Challenge League Challenges for Etoile Carouge
After a successful start in the Challenge League with two wins and a draw, Etoile Carouge experienced a jarring setback during the fourth round, losing 0-2 at home against Thoune. The upcoming clash at Aarau presented an opportunity for redemption, as the teams had not faced each other in league play for 13 years.
Match Highlights
- Henri Koide scored first for Aarau in the 14th minute.
- Etoile lost captain Aurélien Chappuis to injury shortly after.
- Despite substitutions to boost their attack, Carouge failed to equalize.
- Vincent Rüfli also exited due to injury, compounding difficulties.
This defeat is one to forget for Etoile Carouge, who will host Wil in their next match. In another notable game of the fifth round, Bellinzone triumphed over Schaffhouse with a score of 2-1. In the standings, Thoune leads with 10 points, followed by Bellinzone at 8. Etoile Carouge sits at 5th place with 7 points, while Aarau is in 8th with 5 points.
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