The UEFA Europa League is one of the most prestigious football competitions in Europe, and it's no surprise that Lyon and Rennes have both made significant progress this season.
On Wednesday night, Lyon secured their place in the Europa League zone by defeating Rennes 2-1 at the Stade de France. The win was crucial as Lyon needed to secure qualification for the next round of the competition to advance to the knockout stage.
In addition to securing their spot in the zone, Lyon also won a penalty shootout against Rennes, which they missed on several occasions before scoring the winner in the shootout. This result will give them valuable experience in the Europa League and will help them improve their chances of reaching the final.
Rennes, meanwhile, had another impressive performance, but unfortunately lost 1-0 to FC Porto in the Europa League quarterfinals. Despite the loss, Rennes has still managed to qualify for the Europa League, which means they can now focus on improving their form in the league.
Overall, both Lyon and Rennes have made important strides this season, and their performances have helped them secure their places in the Europa League zone. With more games left in the season, we can expect to see even more exciting matches between these two teams.