Marseille and Rennes faced off in a thrilling encounter at the Stade Vélodrome on Saturday, with both teams looking to secure all three points. The game was full of action, with both sides creating numerous opportunities to score.
However, it was Marseille who took the lead early on, thanks to a goal from Anthony Lopes. The winger scored a stunning strike from outside the box to put his side ahead.
Rennes were not to be outdone, however, and quickly responded through a goal from Jonathan Ikoné. The striker scored a powerful header to level the scores for the visitors.
The game remained goalless until the 86th minute, when Guendouzi received a yellow card for a foul on Ikoné. As a result, the referee awarded a penalty to Rennes, which they duly converted to take the lead once again.
Despite their late comeback, Marseille could not find a way past Rennes' goalkeeper, and the game ended in a draw. It was a closely contested match that showcased the quality of both teams, and fans will undoubtedly be eager to see them clash again soon.