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"Havre" without Kuzyaev Loses to "Rennes", Extending Losing Streak to 6 Matches

Match Overview

On Saturday, August 20, 2023, "Havre" faced off against "Rennes" in a highly anticipated Ligue 1 clash at the Stade Océane in Le Havre, France. Despite a valiant effort, "Havre" ultimately succumbed to a 2-1 defeat, marking their sixth consecutive loss in all competitions.

Kuzyaev's Absence Hampered "Havre"

The absence of Russian midfielder Aleksandr Kuzyaev was a significant blow to "Havre's" chances of securing a positive result. Kuzyaev, who joined the club from Zenit Saint Petersburg in the summer, has been a key figure for "Havre" this season, providing creativity and stability in midfield.

"Rennes" Dominates First Half

"Rennes" started the match brightly, asserting their dominance in the opening exchanges. They controlled possession and created several decent scoring opportunities. In the 25th minute, they broke the deadlock when Amine Gouiri latched onto a through ball and slotted it past "Havre" goalkeeper Mathieu Gorgelin.

"Havre" Fights Back in Second Half

"Havre" showed great resilience in the second half, coming out with renewed determination. They pressed "Rennes" high up the pitch and created several chances of their own. In the 65th minute, they got their reward when Jean-Pascal Fontaine equalized with a powerful header from a corner.

"Rennes" Secures Victory

However, "Rennes" regained the lead just five minutes later. Martin Terrier received the ball on the left wing, cut inside, and curled a beautiful shot into the far corner of the net. "Havre" pushed for an equalizer in the closing stages, but "Rennes" held on to secure all three points.

Conclusion

"Havre's" losing streak now stands at six matches, putting pressure on manager Luka Elsner. They will need to find a way to turn their fortunes around quickly, starting with their next match against "Nantes" on August 27. "Rennes", on the other hand, will be pleased with their performance and will look to continue their winning ways when they host "Lyon" on August 28.