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Rennes aims for champions league spot against Marseille in final ligue 1 clash

By nigerreport / May 17, 2026

Rennes aims for champions league spot against Marseille in final ligue 1 clash

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The Stade Rennais travel to Marseille this Sunday (21:00 CET) for their final Ligue 1 showdown against the Olympique de Marseille. With a Champions League spot potentially on the line, the Red and Blacks must secure all three points against struggling Phocéens side.

Following last weekend’s victory over Paris FC, Rennes are mathematically guaranteed European football next season. But they’re not settling for second best. A win against Marseille, combined with a setback for either Lille or Lyon, could catapult them to the third position—the final Champions League qualifying berth in Ligue 1. Even if the stars don’t align perfectly, a draw would still secure Europa League football.

This clash at the Vélodrome also marks a poignant reunion. Former Rennes boss Habib Beye now leads Marseille, though his tenure on the Côte d’Azur has been far from smooth. Since his departure from Rennes amid frosty locker room tensions, Beye has managed just 16 points from 33 games with the Phocéens. His return to his former club will be scrutinized closely.

How to follow the match

Kick-off is at 21:00 CET, with live commentary available from 20:30 on ICI Armorique. The broadcast team features François Rauzy and Flavien Tait, a former Rennes player who experienced Champions League football with the club in 2020.

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