Rennes head coach Habib Beye is determined to secure a third consecutive victory as his side prepares to take on fifth-placed Lille in Ligue 1 on Sunday.
Currently sitting 12th in the table with 23 points, Rennes face a tough challenge against a Lille team that has accumulated 35 points this season.
Despite the significance of the match, Beye is urging his players to remain focused on their performance rather than the pressure of beating a top-five opponent.
“I don’t want my group to be influenced by the mood linked to the result. It has to come from the daily work ethic,” he stated.
Acknowledging Lille’s quality and the strength of their coach, Beye remains confident that Rennes can impose their game and create difficulties for their opponents.
“We must not feel inferior to this team. We aim to dominate them in certain aspects and cause them problems, while being aware that they are part of the Top 5,” he explained.
The former Senegal international emphasized the importance of balancing motivation with composure ahead of the high-stakes clash.
“Approaching this match with calm is essential because we believe in our strengths,” he concluded in his pre-match press conference.
With Rennes seeking to climb the standings and Lille looking to solidify their top-five position, Sunday’s encounter promises to be a crucial test for Beye and his team.
