The distance between the top four and the rest has been a problem in Ligue 1 for a while. Rennes may bridge that gapRennes are something of a sleeping giant in French football, but that may be changing. However, the results did not follow the financial outlay and veteran manager Christian Gourcuff was sent packing in November. After conceding a gut-wrenching late winner to regional rivals Guingamp in early February, Rennes were still 10th, far below expectations. The keeper managed to tip the shot over the bar, but Bourigeaud’s performance embodies what Rennes have become under Lamouchi.

Source: The Guardian April 09, 2018 13:30 UTC