Stade Rennais has published its official lineup for the Europa League match against OFI Crete, which will be played this Thursday evening at Roazhon Park. Coach Franck Haïse announced his lineup at 9 p.m., specifying the starters and replacements expected for the second day of the European competition.
In the locker room, Haïse opted for a 4-4-2 formation, highlighting the defensive solidity and offensive creativity that he wants to exploit against the Greek team. The chosen goalkeeper is Samba, who has already shown good consistency in recent championship matches. At the defensive line, the choice fell on Frankowski, Cresswell, Aït Boudlal and Nagida, forming a quartet capable of resisting the rapid attacks of the OFI.
In midfield, Szymanski and Rongier, the starting right-back, were selected for their ability to support the attack while remaining vigilant in defense. The attacking midfielder saw the presence of Camara, who was chosen for his qualities as a passer and playmaker. In attack, Blas and Lepaul were lined up, bringing a combination of speed and finishing, while Al-Tamari, the young striker, was retained as a starter, demonstrating the coach's confidence in his potential.
The substitutes, although not detailed in the press release, will be ready to intervene according to the needs of the match. Haïse stressed the importance of team cohesion and mental preparation to face a Cretan team that has already shown a strong performance in previous competitions.
This match constitutes a crucial step for Stade Rennais in its quest for progression in the Europa League. The performance of the selected players will be decisive in securing a lead or, at a minimum, a tie which would allow taking advantage of the draw in the event of an overall tie. The next challenge for the club will be to maintain this momentum and capitalize on the points gained to remain competitive in the group table.