Rennes faces Reims for the first time on the bench of Julien Stéphan, this Sunday (5:05 p.m.). Here is the expected line-up for the Breton club.
Two and a half years after his departure, Julien Stéphan makes his comeback on the Stade Rennais bench. The French technician succeeds at Bruni Genesio in an attempt to turn things around after a very mixed start to the season. A mission which begins with a difficult match to negotiate against one of the most feared teams in the championship, Stade de Reims (kick-off this Sunday at 5:05 p.m.).
“Apart from the two suspended (Guela Doué, Warmed Omari), there is a complete group, we got everyone back today for the first time, explained the Rennes coach. The week was intense, busy, exciting. There is a lot to do, a lot of exchanges to have with everyone, and it’s also special because we started the week with half a group and we picked up the internationals little by little. We were able to really start preparing for the match today, present a collective project to the group in reference to what we wanted to put in place, we have two days to be able to pass on ideas while being pragmatic, getting to the point . »
Which eleven will Rennes use against Reims? Stéphan did not rule out any possibility on the tactical level. The new Rennes coach could opt for a 4 or 3 defense, depending on the circumstances. A 4-player system would be preferred immediately. In the choice of men, the executives are expected, from Mandanda to Terrier, via Bourigeaud and Kalimuendo. Blas and Le Fée should also be fielded.
The expected line-up for Rennes : Mandanda- Assignon, Wooh, Theate, Truffert – Blas, Bourigeaud, Matic, Le Fée – Kalimuendo, Terrier
