After all the drama of the north London derby, we're back in action for another high-stakes affair on Thursday as we resume our Europa League campaign. Having seen Manchester United come to France and pull off a famous victory 24 hours earlier, it is over to us to try to repeat the feat in Rennes. The hosts are the 10th French side we have faced in European competition, and while we are favourites having won all nine of our previous ties, Julien Stéphan has put together a young and talented side capable of springing a surprise. Containing exciting talents such as Ismalia Sarr and the mercurial Hatem Ben Arfa, Rennes have been in strong form domestically, having reached the semi-finals of...
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