During the summer training in San Sebastián, Stade Rennais faced Real Sociedad in two friendly matches. The afternoon game saw the team line up, with Lillian Brassier in defense. However, the half hour of play was prematurely interrupted for Brassier following an ankle shock, raising serious concerns about the severity of his injury. Central defender Habib Beye confirmed the worrying nature of the injury, pointing to audible cracking and lack of swelling, suggesting a possible sprain or a more serious injury. Medical examinations will be required to accurately assess the extent of the damage.

The trip to Spain did not bring the tranquillity expected for Stade Rennais. The Breton club recorded a 0-0 draw with its reserve team in the morning, allowing Djaoui Cisse to return to the field. In the afternoon, the standard team, with Quentin Merlin’s first title, conceded a 1-1 draw. Dominating in the first half, the Habib Beye team lacked precision in converting opportunities. Punie when the changing rooms returned, she finally ripped out the draw thanks to a goal of Meïté, entered into play and served well by Nagida. The meeting was marked by Brassier’s injury, replaced by Ait Boudlal, and a particularly vulnerable defence after the break.

Samba’s team was decisive, especially because of the mistakes of its central hinge. The next friendly match, scheduled for Saturday, August 6, will be Rennes against Génova. The match compositions highlighted the presence of key players such as Samba, Meïté and Nagida. The morning team included Alemdar, Hateboeer, Aït Boudlal, Faye, Bamba, Mukiele, Cisse, Salah, Rieder, Yildirim and Gomez. The afternoon team included Samba, Rouault, Jacquet, Brassier, Al-Tamari, Fofana, Rongier, Santamaria, Merlin, Blas, Kalimuendo and Meïté.