Get ready for a recap of the thrilling 16th round of the French Cup where Rennes faced OM.
Overview of the Face-Off
The duel between Rennes and OM kept fans on the edge of their seats, ending in a tie of 1-1. The victor was ultimately determined by nerve-wracking penalty shoot-outs, where Rennes narrowly edged out OM with a score of 9 against 8.
Goal Breakdown
The first goal of the match was scored by Veretout for OM, marking the 29th minute of the game. Not to be left behind, Terrier delivered a powerful strike for Rennes in the 53rd minute, equalising the game.
Significant Match Moments
Several factors played into the suspense-filled match. OM's performance was particularly noteworthy given they were grappling with injuries and player absences due to the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN). The situation escalated with additional injuries inflicted on OM players, Murillo and Nadir, in the first half.
Despite these setbacks, OM managed to score first. The tension escalated when Pau Lopez displayed exceptional form making a double save for OM. His prowess was put to the test on a controversial penalty shot by Bourigeaud.
The second half was dominated by Rennes. They equalised the match with a well-executed set piece from Terrier. As the match remained a stalemate, it was the penalty shoot-out that emerged as the decider. With Samuel Gigot missing his penalty for OM, Rennes emerged victorious.
What’s Next?
In the 8th round, all eyes will be on Rennes as they go head-to-head with Sochaux. As they ride the wave of their recent victory, it will be interesting to watch how they navigate the upcoming challenge.