Szymański Shines as Rennes Dominate Auxerre in Ligue 1 Clash

Rennes secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Auxerre in their Ligue 1 encounter on Sunday, February 22, 2026, with Sebastian Szymański playing a pivotal role in the win. The Polish international registered another assist, continuing his impressive form since joining the club.

Match Highlights

Mahdi Camara opened the scoring for Rennes in the 20th minute, followed by Esteban Lepaul extending the lead in the 22nd minute with an assist from Szymański. Camara added his second goal of the match in the 45th minute, sealing the victory for Rennes.

Szymański’s Impact

This match marks Szymański’s second consecutive game with an assist, demonstrating his quick adaptation to his fresh team following his transfer from Fenerbahçe. His performance has earned praise from French fans and solidified his position as a key player in Rennes’ starting lineup. Rotowire highlights his consistent contribution in recent matches.

League Standings

With this win, Rennes climbed to 37 points, positioning them in 6th place in the Ligue 1 standings. Auxerre, remains at 17 points. BBC Sport provides updated league tables and match statistics.

Team Lineups

Auxerre: Donovan Leon, Lamine Sy, Clement Akpa, Sinaly Diomande, Bryan Okoh, Elisha Owusu, Naouirou Ahamada, Kevin Danois, Sekou Mara, Danny Namaso, Lassine Sinayoko.

Rennes: Brice Samba, Mahamadou Nagida, Quentin Merlin, Anthony Rouault, Lilian Brassier, Mahdi Camara, Mousa Tamari, Valentin Rongier, Sebastian Szymanski, Arnaud Nordin, Esteban Lepaul.

Looking Ahead

Szymański will appear to extend his assist streak when Rennes face Toulouse in their next match on Saturday. The team’s recent form suggests a strong push for a top-five finish in Ligue 1.