At the Allianz Riviera,
Led 1-0 by Nice in the 67th, almost beaten despite a certain domination, the Rennes managed to equalize (1-1) eleven minutes later, picking up the point of the draw Saturday evening at the Allianz Riviera. Getting to “come back to the score” after being overtaken is a “first” for the Bretons, greeted Bruno Genesio after the meeting which could even have turned outright to their advantage at the end of the game.
“It proves that we are progressing in character”, especially when it is “against the best defense in the championship”, rejoiced the Rennes coach, evoking a draw finally “rather fair”. In fact, this duel of good behavior turns to the advantage of the West club which consolidates its place at the top of the classification.
“Important to stay on the podium”
Second in Ligue 1, pending the match Saint-Etienne – Marseille, postponed from Saturday to Sunday afternoon after heavy snowfall, Stade Rennais has scored an important point in the race for the Champions League. They are sure to keep their place among the top three at the end of this 30th day.
“It’s important to stay on the podium and to stay ahead of Marseille, Nice and the other teams very close behind, also analyzed Bruno Genesio. The end of the season is exciting, it will be important to manage your emotions well. »
The “talent and potential” of Martin Terrier
What Rennes have already been able to do on Saturday. And the team can say thank you to Martin Terrier. While OGC Nice had started to retreat after Andy Delort’s goal, the 25-year-old striker was able to convert an eccentric indirect free kick from Benjamin Bourigeaud (1-1, 78th). By defeating Dante, then Walter Benitez, yet again excellent Saturday.
Terrrier “confirms his form and his regularity”, rejoiced the coach of Stade Rennais, expecting the player to “confirm on the last matches”. “I am very happy because he is showing all his talent and all his potential. He is on the right track,” he said.
