Rennes stumble to defeat against Brest

Brest edged out Rennes, 4-5, on Sunday, on to matchday 31 of the Ligue 1. Coming into the contest, Julien Stéphan's team came from a win, and Éric Roy's team came from two defeats. Lilian Brassier was decisive with 1 goal.

The first goal of the game was scored by Arnaud Kalimuendo, with a right-foot strike inside the penalty box, early in the game. After 9 minutes, forward struck the second goal for Rennes, with a right-foot strike inside the penalty area. With 11 minutes on the clock, Steve Mounié struck for Brest, with a left-foot shot.

In an unlucky moment Warmed Omari scored an own goal after the break. With 54 minutes on the clock, Martin Satriano fired home for Éric Roy's team, through a header. With 66 minutes on the clock, Mahdi Camara doubled the lead for Brest. After 68 minutes, Arthur Theate struck for Julien Stéphan's team, with a left-foot strike inside the box. In the 79th minute, Martin Terrier fired home for Rennes. Lilian Brassier netted the last goal in the closing stages of the game.

After the result Brest are 3rd in the table, with 56 points, while Rennes sit 9th place, with 42 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Éric Roy's team will host Nantes, while Julien Stéphan's team visit Metz.