Rennes have secured their place at the top of the Ligue 1 table after defeating Montpellier on Sunday evening. The match was a closely contested affair and both teams put up a good fight throughout.

In the first half, Rennes were dominant and had several chances to score. However, Montpellier held firm and kept them at bay. In the second half, things changed dramatically as Rennes scored two goals in quick succession through Moussa Diaby and Jean-Baptiste Bertrand.

The victory is a huge boost for Rennes, who now sit just one point behind leaders Paris Saint-Germain. It also means that they will be in contention for the title come the end of the season.

For Montpellier, it was a tough defeat. They had been performing well recently and were looking to pick up some valuable points. However, they could not find the breakthrough against Rennes.

Overall, it was a great day for Rennes and their fans. They deserve credit for their performance and the win is a testament to their hard work and determination.