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Saint-Etienne appoints Scot Cathro as head coach through 2028

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 6:37 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Saint-Etienne appoints Scot Cathro as head coach through 2028
Summary

Scot Ian Cathro has been appointed head coach of Ligue 2 side Saint-Etienne, with a contract running until 2028. Cathro previously managed Estoril in Portugal, achieving two top-10 finishes in the Primeira Liga. He replaces Philippe Montanier, who left after a short-term deal. Cathro expressed his commitment to building a competitive team and enhancing player development at Saint-Etienne, a club with a storied history but recently relegated. His successful track record in Portugal is expected to influence the club’s push for promotion back to Ligue 1.

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  • •Ian Cathro signs a contract until 2028.
  • •Cathro guided Estoril to 10th in last season's Primeira Liga.
  • •Saint-Etienne aims to return to Ligue 1 after relegation.
  • •Previous coach Philippe Montanier's contract expired recently.
  • •Cathro emphasizes building a team with intensity and clear direction.
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  • 6:37 PMYahoo Sports — Saint-Etienne appoint Scot Cathro as head coach
  • 6:36 PMBBC Football — Saint-Etienne appoint Scot Cathro as head coach
What they're saying
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Scot Ian Cathro has been appointed head coach of Ligue 2 side Saint-Etienne after two successful years in Portugal with Estoril.

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Scot Ian Cathro has been appointed head coach of Ligue 2 side Saint-Etienne after two successful years in Portugal with Estoril.

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