Franck Haise leads Rennes back to Europe after Milan exit

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·16 August 2026

Rennes are set to return to the Europa League after two years away, with Franck Haise in charge and eager for redemption.

L'Équipe notes that Haise’s story in Europe has been a frustrated one.

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Beaten 0-3 at San Siro, they then won 3-2 in the play-off second leg against AC Milan on 22 February 2024, yet still exited the competition.

It remains their last international outing to date, staged in a febrile atmosphere.

With continental football back on the horizon, Rennes approach the campaign with clear enthusiasm under Haise.

Source: L'Équipe

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