Rennes: Issa Soumaré off to a flying start.

Decisive goalscorer, Rennes defeat Bruges 2-1

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Rennes: Issa Soumaré off to a flying start.

25.07.26 FT Club Friendlies

Rennes

Club Brugge

Stade Rennais keeps up its momentum. In their third pre-season match, the Breton club overcame Club Brugge 2-1 this Saturday. And once again, Issa Soumaré found the back of the net.

Arriving on a free transfer at the start of July, the 25-year-old Senegalese striker scored the winning goal in the 89th minute. He had already netted in the 3-1 victory over Guingamp. Soumaré is on a roll and is fitting perfectly into Franck Haise's plans.

Victory! Les Rouge et Noir claim their first win of the season at Roazhon Park with goals from Lepaul and Soumaré 💪#SRFCCBKV 2-1 pic.twitter.com/l6PK6YbLIv
— Stade Rennais F.C. (@staderennais) July 25, 2026

A reassuring profile

Last season, playing for Le Havre, Soumaré tallied 8 goals and 5 assists in 35 matches. Such stats already make a strong case for him at Rennes. With this win, Rennes confirm their positive momentum ahead of the new campaign.

End of pre-season. 🔵⚫️

Club Brugge wrap up their preparations with a 2-1 defeat to Stade Rennais. The French side took the lead in the first half, but Kyriani Sabbe produced a brilliant equalizer. In the final moments, the French side clinched the 2-1 win. pic.twitter.com/rEMAhHxHuS
— Club Brugge KV (@ClubBrugge) July 25, 2026