In a thrilling encounter, Racing Strasbourg and Rennes shared the spoils at Stade de la Meinau on Saturday evening.
The game was a back-and-forth affair with both teams creating chances but failing to convert them into goals. The first half ended goalless as both sides struggled to find their rhythm.
However, things picked up in the second half when Racing Strasbourg took the lead through a well-taken goal from Jonathan Bamba. The French side had been struggling for form lately, but they showed their resilience by bouncing back after conceding.
Strasbourg's lead lasted only for three minutes before Rennes equalized through a stunning strike from Anthony Lopes. The Brazilian forward's effort deflected off Racing defender Mathias Jankuhn and found the bottom corner.
The match went down to penalties, with Rennes emerging victorious after goalkeeper Rémy Cabella saved Racing's penalty. It was a tense ending to a game that saw both teams put in a solid performance.
Both clubs will be disappointed not to have taken all three points, but it was a good showing from both sides. Racing Strasbourg will hope to bounce back from this defeat and continue their push for a top-four finish, while Rennes will look to keep their momentum going.
Overall, it was a thrilling encounter between two talented sides, and fans can expect more exciting games to come in the future.