Franck Haise has publicly shouldered the blame for Stade Rennais's heavy defeat at Lyon. The manager admitted a tactical error following the 4-0 loss last Saturday.
Speaking in his post-match press conference, the Breton coach made no excuses. He pointed directly to his own decision to make seven changes to the starting lineup. "Seven changes, you lose 4-0, you're wrong, full stop," he said. This blunt honesty marks a shift in his usual communication.
The match at the Groupama Stadium turned sour early. Ernest Nuamah opened the scoring for Lyon in the 7th minute and completed a double on the half-hour mark. Zachary Athekame and Corentin Tolisso added to the scoreline after the break, sealing a poor performance from the Rouge et Noir.
This result extends a difficult run for the Breton club. Over their last five matches, Stade Rennais FC have managed just one win, against Marseille, alongside one draw and three defeats. The recent form is a concern heading into the international break.
The team must regroup quickly. The next fixture is key: a home game against Auxerre on October 11th. Supporters will demand an immediate reaction to get the league campaign back on track.
Haise defended his decisions while acknowledging their failure. His direct analysis is likely an attempt to rebuild trust with the Stade Rennais FC faithful. The technical staff is already working on the necessary adjustments before the season resumes.
The team's top scorer this season, E. Lepaul with three goals, was unable to influence the game in Lyon. The squad must rediscover its attacking sharpness against Auxerre. The full roster is available on our squad page.
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