Rennes, Nice secure Ligue 1 Europa League qualification spots through UEFA rankings.
Updated:2026-01-01 07:43 Views:146The French top-flight is set to be one of the most exciting leagues in Europe this season as Rennes and Nice have secured their places in the Europa League.
Rennes, who finished third in Ligue 1 last season, will play in the Europa League for the first time since 2016-17. The club has been in good form under new manager Leonardo Jardim and have already qualified for the Europa Conference League by finishing fourth in Group E.
Nice, meanwhile, secured their place in the Europa League with a 4-1 win over Strasbourg on Sunday. The victory means that they will be playing in the second tier of European football next season, while also securing their place in the Europa League.
Both teams have shown great resilience throughout the season and have managed to secure their places in the Europa League despite being mid-table in their respective divisions.
It's clear that both Rennes and Nice have what it takes to compete at the highest level of European football and we can expect them to make a significant impact in the upcoming seasons.
Overall, these results are a testament to the quality of football in France and the competitiveness of the league. It's sure to be an exciting season ahead for fans of both clubs.

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