Le Havre, France – On April 13, 2023, Stade Rennais faces off against Le Havre at the Océane Stadium, featuring key players Matusiwa and Al-Tamari in the starting lineup under coach Habib Beye.
Coach Beye has opted for a 3-5-2 formation, reintegrating Matusiwa into the midfield alongside Cissé and Fofana. This marks Matusiwa’s second start since Beye took over, the first being on March 15 during the match against Lens.
In the attacking front, Al-Tamari starts alongside Kalimuendo, with Olaigbe and Meïté on the bench. Before this match, Al-Tamari had last started on February 21 against Reims.
Defensively, there are no changes as Jacquet replaces Hateboer in the lineup. Both teams look to secure valuable points in this crucial league match.
The starting lineups are as follows: Le Havre (4-3-3) features Gorgelin in goal with Nego, Sangante (captain), G. Lloris, and Pembélé in defense. The midfield includes Mwanga, A. Touré, and Kechta, while the attack is led by Casimir, A. Ayew, and Soumaré. Didier Digard coaches the Le Havre side.
For Rennes (3-5-2), Samba guards the net with Jacquet, Rouault, and Brassier in defense. The midfield is comprised of Assignon, Fofana, Matusiwa, D. Cissé, and Truffert acting as captain. Al-Tamari and Kalimuendo are set to lead the attack for Rennes, directed by coach Habib Beye.
Both teams have shown strong performances this season, and this match promises to be an exciting encounter for fans from both sides.