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**Rennes Beats Angers 2-0; Terrier and Truffert End Two-Game Winless Streak** In a thrilling encounter at the Parc Olympique de Rennes, Rennes secured a 2-0 victory over Angers in their French Ligue 1 match on Saturday. The result marked a significant turnaround for both teams, as Rennes ended a two-game winless streak while Angers struggled to find a way past the home side. The match kicked off with Rennes taking control early on. In the 14th minute, midfielder Jérôme Boulanger delivered a pinpoint cross that found striker Nicolas Gueffroy in the box. Despite being pushed back, Gueffroy was able to head the ball into the net from close range, giving Rennes a lead they would not relinquish. Angers, however, fought back strongly in the second half. They managed to force several good chances, but were unable to capitalize on them. In the 78th minute, Angers' forward Thierry Drogba made a crucial error when he fumbled a pass, allowing Rennes defender Mathieu Valbuena to collect it and score an equalizer. The game remained scoreless until the final whistle, with Rennes securing a well-deserved victory. The team's performance highlighted their resilience and determination, which has been evident throughout the season. Meanwhile, on the same day, another Ligue 1 match saw Rennes' other top-flight side, Stade Rennais, face off against Lens. The result was a 3-0 defeat for Rennes, dropping them to 15th place in the table. This loss came after a promising start where they had won three matches in a row. The loss to Lens continued Rennes' recent struggles, which have included a two-game winless streak. The team will now look to bounce back and secure some much-needed points before facing more difficult opponents in upcoming matches. Both sides will need to focus on improving their defensive performances if they hope to avoid further setbacks this season. With only a few weeks left until the end of the campaign, these results highlight the importance of maintaining consistency and form across all competitions. |
