Stade Rennes turned their Ligue 1 clash with Saint-Étienne into a celebration of resilience and team spirit, cruising to a commanding 5-0 win at Roazhon Park on Saturday. The victory was marked by an emotional tribute to Ghanaian defender Alidu Seidu, who suffered a season-ending knee injury last week.

Amine Gouiri led the heartfelt moment, lifting Seidu’s jersey in celebration after netting Rennes’ third goal. The home crowd erupted in applause, acknowledging the importance of the gesture for their sidelined teammate.

On the field, forward Arnaud Kalimuendo stole the spotlight with a dazzling hat trick, while Ludovic Blas added to the tally, ensuring a memorable win for Rennes. The team’s stellar performance pushed them to 12th place in the Ligue 1 standings, injecting hope into their season.

Seidu, a cornerstone of Rennes’ defense this season, now faces an 8-9 month recovery. This injury sidelines him from Ghana’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar in March 2025.

The tribute highlights Rennes’ unity as they rally behind Seidu during his recovery journey, proving that their strength extends beyond the pitch.