On Saturday night, the Rennes Terriers secured their first win of the season by defeating Montpellier 2-0 at Stade de la Beaujoire. The victory was a testament to the team's hot form and their determination to take down their opponents.
The match began with both teams looking for an early goal as they attempted to set the tone for the game. However, it wasn't until the 45th minute that Rennes found the breakthrough. A well-taken penalty from substitute Jérémy Morel gave his side the lead, which they would hold onto throughout the rest of the game.
Montpellier had chances to equalize in the second half but were unable to find the back of the net. Despite this, the visitors put up a good fight, but ultimately fell short against Rennes' strong defense.
The victory was a much-needed boost for Rennes, who have struggled to find consistency in recent weeks. With their win, they have moved up to fifth place in the league table, just one point behind fourth-placed Lyon.
For Montpellier, the defeat is another setback in what has been a difficult season so far. They will be hoping to bounce back in their next game against Strasbourg on Sunday.
Overall, the victory for Rennes was a fantastic display of their current form and showed that they are capable of competing with some of the top teams in Ligue 1. As the season progresses, we can expect to see more exciting matches from the Terriers as they continue to impress.