Europa League: mixed reactions in Rennes

The verdict of the Europa League third qualifying round draw did not particularly rejoice the managerial staff of Stade Rennais, despite the presumed weakness of the opposition.

The perspective of a long trip to Georgia or North-East Kazakhstan indeed worries the Breton staff. « In Europe, it is almost the farthest from us, noticed Pierre Dréossi in L’Équipe. It was the risk. These teams are no European major teams, but we know that this match will be tricky ».
For his part, Frédéric Antonetti appeared not so negative, emphasizing the unusual aspect of the opposition and explaining that « it adds some spice to the season’s preparation ».

The first match will be played away. The return match will be played at Stade de la route de Lorient, few days before the first league game, on, Sunday August 7th.