Brest 3-4 Stade Rennais: Ligue 1 Match Report
Final Score
Brest
3 — 4
Stade Rennais
Key Moments
12': Rennais take an early lead with a well-placed header
45+1', Brest equalise at 2-2 just before half-time in a breathless first half
78': Rennais score what proves to be the winner for 4-3 after a seven-goal thriller
Post-Match Analysis
Match Summary
A seven-goal thriller at the Stade Francis-Le Blé saw Stade Rennais edge past Brest 4-3 in one of the matches of the Ligue 1 season. Both defences were overwhelmed by the attacking quality on show.
Key Performances
Rennais' attacking firepower proved just enough to overcome a spirited Brest side. The away victory in such a high-scoring encounter demonstrated Rennais' belief and quality in the final third. Brest will feel they deserved at least a point from a match where they scored three goals.
Prediction Review
Our prediction of a Stade Rennais win proved correct, though the seven-goal scoreline was far from expected. A profitable if nerve-wracking outcome.