In the 10th matchday of Ligue 1, Rennes and Strasbourg shared the spoils with a 1-1 draw. While Rennes dominated for most parts of the game, it was a late goal from Strasbourg's substitute, Lebo Mothiba, that ensured both teams walked away with a point each.

Adrien Truffert opened the scoring for Rennes in the 23rd minute, marking his fifth home goal in 96 Ligue 1 appearances. This impressive run from the defender highlights his ability to deliver when playing on familiar grounds, having been directly involved in two goals in his last four top-flight games.

However, it was Strasbourg's determination in the last quarter of the match that caught everyone's attention. They mustered five shots, two of which were on target, from the 75th minute onwards, showing a sudden surge in their attacking intent. This pressure finally paid off when Mothiba found the back of the net in the 81st minute. Notably, four of Mothiba's last six Ligue 1 goals have come as a substitute. This feat is only surpassed by Mostafa Mohamed of Nantes.

Key Insights from the Game:

Rennes, known for their long-range attempts, registered nine shots from outside the box against Strasbourg. They lead the league in this stat, with 59 attempts so far, surpassing even Lyon who had 55 before their clash against Marseille.

Rennes' current form is a matter of concern. They've managed only one win in their last nine Ligue 1 matches, with six draws in 10 games this season. This puts them in the company of Udinese in Serie A, who also have a high number of draws among the top five European leagues.

Strasbourg hasn't fared much better. They've secured only one win in their last seven matches, a dip in form considering their strong start with two wins in their first three games.

L. Mothiba is now Strasbourg's leading scorer in Ligue 1 this season with three goals, the latest of which came in this match.

Both teams seem to be in a goal-scoring rhythm. Rennes has netted in their last four games, their best streak this season, accumulating six goals in the process. Strasbourg, on the other hand, has been without a win for their last four matches, their most extended winless streak since an eight-game drought last season.

With this draw, Rennes is positioned 8th in the table with 12 points (2W-6D-2L), while Strasbourg is not far behind in the 14th spot with 11 points (3W-2D-5L). Both teams will be eager to change their narratives as the season progresses and climb up the table.