On Saturday evening, Rennes continued their impressive form in the Ligue 1 league with a thrilling victory over Reims. The match was full of drama as both teams put up a fierce fight, but it was Rennes who emerged victorious after a come-from-behind win.
The match started off with a bang as both teams put up a strong defense, limiting each other to few shots on goal. However, it wasn't until the second half that things took a turn for the better for Rennes. In the 59th minute, they were awarded a penalty kick after a foul by Reims' goalkeeper. The player who stepped up to take the penalty was none other than French international striker Antoine Griezmann, who converted the spot-kick to give Rennes the lead.
Reims responded quickly though, scoring two goals in the space of six minutes through goals from Yohan Cabaye and Florian Thauvin. However, Rennes refused to be beaten and fought back hard, with their star players like Anthony Martial and Eduardo Camavinga coming to the rescue.
In the 82nd minute, Rennes managed to equalize once again through a goal from midfielder Benjamin Traoré. Then in the 86th minute, Rennes went ahead for good when substitute Moussa Dembélé scored his first goal since joining the club earlier this season. He scored the winning goal after receiving a pass from Martial, who had been running all game long.
The comeback win was a testament to Rennes' resilience and determination, which has seen them climb up the table in recent weeks. It also showcased the talent that the team possesses, particularly in the attacking department with Griezmann, Martial, and Dembélé among others. With such a strong squad, Rennes will surely continue to challenge for top spots in the league.