The French club will face a tough group in the competition, with Juventus and Olympiakos being the standout opponents. Rennes will also face Dinamo Zagreb, Sparta Prague, Omonia, Sturm Graz, OFI Crete, and NEC Nimègue in the group stage. The draw for the Ligue Europa phase took place in the afternoon on Friday, giving Rennes a clear idea of its opponents for the coming weeks.
Rennes' group stage opponents will provide a stern test for the French club, with several high-profile teams in the mix. The draw has given Rennes a clear idea of its schedule for the coming weeks, and the club will now focus on preparing for the group stage matches. The first match of the group stage is yet to be confirmed, but Rennes will be looking to make a strong start to the competition.