With their European future hanging in the balance, Stade Rennais travel to the Vélodrome this Sunday evening to face Olympique de Marseille in the season’s final Ligue 1 fixture. Having already secured European football next season with their recent victory over Paris FC, the Breton club now has a golden opportunity to surpass their rivals and claim a top-three finish.

Victory against Marseille, combined with a Lille defeat to Auxerre or any result except Lyon’s success over Lens, would propel Rennes to third place in the standings – a position that secures Champions League qualification. Even if they fall short of that target, a draw or narrow defeat would still guarantee Europa League football, as their European fate remains firmly within their own hands.

Catch all the action live from 8:30pm CET on ICI Armorique, with kickoff at 9pm. Commentary will be provided by François Rauzy and Flavien Tait, the latter having experienced Champions League football with the club in 2020.

a former coach returns to the vélodrome

This match will also mark a poignant reunion with Habib Beye, who managed Rennes during this season before departing amid a challenging atmosphere. Since his arrival in Marseille, Beye has struggled to replicate his previous success, collecting just 16 points from 33 possible in eleven matches. His return to his former club will undoubtedly draw attention, particularly given Marseille’s current struggles to secure Champions League qualification.