Despite the division gap, this Coupe de France meeting was contested. In a relatively calm first half, Saint-Grégoire dominated in terms of possession, without really being very pressing on the opposing goal. Rennes was present in the duels, having no inferiority complex against their Gregorian counterparts. And Esperance took advantage of a strong moment to take the advantage on the scoreboard (1-0, 22′).
Rennes Espérance at the end of the suspense
The meeting was not very lively. We had to wait until the last minutes of this first act to see a shot from Le Guern pass near the right post. For the rest, there were few opportunities to get your teeth into (1-0, 45′).
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Returning from the locker room, the two teams produced a slightly cleaner performance. First of all, it was Rennes who increased the score with a perfectly executed counterattack (2-0, 63′). The Gregorians, uninspired until then, finally came out of their box and came back to score (2-1, 70′). The match continued at a good pace, but the match was interrupted by mistakes.
The tone also tended to rise between the two teams and the benches. Saint-Grégoire made many efforts, particularly in defense, to give themselves one last chance. After several attempts, it was just before the final whistle that Faye found the fault and allowed her team to believe in qualification (90’+4).
At the end of an endless penalty shootout, it was Rennes who won on merit. The Coupe de France adventure therefore continues, with the hope of having the best possible journey.
RENNES ESP. – SAINT-GRÉGOIRE: 2-2, 15-14 tab (1-0)
BUTS. Rennes Espérance: Diaby (22′, 63′). Saint-Grégoire: Le Guern (70′), Faye (90’+4).
