A surprise unfolded in Ligue 1 as the second-placed team, Nice, suffered a defeat against Rennes, positioned in the middle of the standings. This setback widens the gap between Nice and the league leaders, Paris Saint-Germain.

Visiting Roazhon Park, Nice faced a strong Rennes side that, guided by Benjamin Bourigeaud (via penalty in the 31st minute) and Arnaud Kalimuendo, secured a victory over the second-best team in the league, sending a message to the rest of the squads.

As a result, Nice maintains its second position with 35 points but now trails five points behind PSG, who have 40 points and a game in hand. Additionally, Rennes secured a home victory after not doing so since November 26, 2023, when they defeated Reims.