Denis Bouanga delivered an impressive performance as Saint-Etienne advanced into the semi-final of the French Cup after a 2-1 victory against Epinal on Thursday.
The 25-year-old forward was making his second appearance in the competition and shone, scoring a brilliant goal which inspired his side to victory.
The Gabon international fired past goalkeeper Jerome Idir in the 37th minute after a sumptuous pass from Franck Honorat
Moments before the hour mark, Mahdi Camara doubled the lead before Jean-Philippe Krasso reduced the deficit in the 62nd minute but Claude Puel’s men held their nerves to claim victory and progress into the last four of the tournament.