Match report

Rennes Stuns Paris Saint Germain 2-0 in Ligue 1 Clash

Paris Saint Germain
Paris Saint Germain
0–2
FT
Rennes
Rennes
May 12, 2018

In a shocking turn of events, Rennes stunned Paris Saint Germain with a 2-0 victory in their Ligue 1 match. Despite Paris Saint Germain's dominance in the league, Rennes capitalized on their chances with a penalty from B. Bourigeaud and a goal from A. Hunou, securing a memorable win.

Key Facts

  • • Paris Saint Germain 0-2 Rennes
  • • B. Bourigeaud scored the first goal from the penalty spot at 52'
  • • A. Hunou added the second goal at 71'
  • • P. Kimpembe received a yellow card for Paris Saint Germain at 48'

Lineups

Paris Saint Germain

Formation: 4-3-3

Starting XI

  • 1 K. Trapp (G)
  • 17 Yuri (D)
  • 12 T. Meunier (D)
  • 5 Marquinhos (D)
  • 3 P. Kimpembe (D)
  • 19 L. Diarra (M)
  • 8 T. Motta (M)
  • 11 Á. Di María (F)
  • 24 C. Nkunku (M)
  • 18 G. Lo Celso (M)
  • 29 K. Mbappé (F)

Substitutes

  • 23 J. Draxler
  • 25 A. Rabiot
  • 27 J. Pastore
  • 37 T. Weah
  • 33 K. Rimane
  • 16 A. Areola
  • 20 L. Kurzawa

Rennes

Formation: 4-1-4-1

Starting XI

  • 40 T. Koubek (G)
  • 2 M. Zeffane (D)
  • 27 H. Traoré (D)
  • 26 J. Gelin (D)
  • 15 R. Bensebaini (D)
  • 5 J. Gnagnon (D)
  • 21 B. André (M)
  • 10 S. Prcić (M)
  • 14 B. Bourigeaud (M)
  • 23 A. Hunou (M)
  • 12 J. Lea Siliki (M)

Substitutes

  • 7 I. Sarr
  • 17 F. Maouassa
  • 33 A. Lauriente
  • 1 A. Diallo
  • 4 Mexer
  • 28 Y. Gourcuff
  • 29 R. Danzé

Timeline

  1. Paris Saint Germain
    48' Paris Saint Germain Card · Yellow Card
    P. Kimpembe
  2. Rennes
    52' Rennes Goal · Penalty
    B. Bourigeaud
  3. Paris Saint Germain
    61' Paris Saint Germain subst · Substitution 1
    Off: C. Nkunku · On: J. Draxler
  4. Paris Saint Germain
    62' Paris Saint Germain subst · Substitution 2
    Off: L. Diarra · On: Adrien Rabiot
  5. Rennes
    71' Rennes Goal · Normal Goal
    A. Hunou · Assist: J. Gelin
  6. Rennes
    74' Rennes subst · Substitution 1
    Off: H. Traore · On: I. Sarr
  7. Paris Saint Germain
    77' Paris Saint Germain subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Thiago Motta · On: J. Pastore
  8. Rennes
    90'+1 Rennes subst · Substitution 2
    Off: S. Prcić · On: F. Maouassa

Match Stats

Stat Paris Saint Germain Rennes
Fouls 12 12
Pass Accuracy 89% 81%
Offsides 2 3
Red Cards 0 0
Total Shots 14 10
Corners 7 7
Total Passes 542 305
Yellow Cards 1 0
Blocked Shots 3 4
Shots on Target 5 2
Shots off Target 6 4
Possession 62% 38%
Accurate Passes 482 247
Shots Inside Box 8 5
Saves 0 5
Shots Outside Box 6 5

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ The match turned in Rennes' favor when B. Bourigeaud converted a penalty in the 52nd minute, giving them the lead against Paris Saint Germain.
  • ▸ A. Hunou's goal in the 71st minute solidified Rennes' control and sealed the win, ensuring they held off any potential Paris Saint Germain comeback.