Shockwaves in Breton football: Habib Beye is no longer the coach of Stade Rennais. This news, revealed by several sports media outlets, has been confirmed by the club, which officially announced the departure of the Senegalese coach just days after another disappointing performance in Ligue 1. The latest defeat, a 3-1 loss at Lens during the 23rd matchday, seems to have hastened this decision.
Beye arrived at the start of the season with the aim of turning around a struggling team, but he leaves his position after several months marked by inconsistent results and often disappointing performances. His management of the locker room and tactical choices drew increasing criticism from both supporters and football observers. Despite his experience and commitment, the Senegalese failed to stabilize the club or create a lasting positive momentum.
According to sources close to the Rennes management, this departure comes amid increased pressure on the club’s leaders. For several weeks, they had already considered a coaching change, and the results on the pitch made this decision unavoidable. Several names are already circulating as potential successors, as the club seeks to quickly regain the sporting stability necessary to achieve its goals in Ligue 1 and European competitions. Stade Rennais, currently mid-table, finds itself at a crucial moment in its season, with decisive matches ahead that could influence its ambitions for the rest of the year.
During his time at the club, Habib Beye tried to keep the team competitive, juggling the expectations of a demanding fanbase and the limitations of a squad that was sometimes inconsistent and lacked stability. While some matches showed promise, the overall results did not allow the club to establish itself firmly in the top half of the table. This sporting instability weighed heavily on the relationship between the coach and the management, creating a tense atmosphere around the club.
Stade Rennais is now preparing to officially announce its successor in the coming hours. Supporters hope that new leadership can inject fresh energy into the team and reignite the club’s ambitions for the end of the season, especially in Ligue 1, as the Red and Blacks aim to get back in the race for Europe and secure a position that better reflects their potential. The upcoming period is set to be crucial for the immediate future of the Breton club.
