Stade Rennes honours injured defender Alidu Seidu in dominant win

French Ligue 1 side Stade Rennes delivered a resounding 5-0 victory over Saint-Étienne at Roazhon Park on Saturday, paying tribute to injured Ghanaian defender Alidu Seidu.

Amine Gouiri scored Rennes' third goal and celebrated by holding up Seidu's jersey, a touching gesture that resonated deeply with fans.

The match saw forward Arnaud Kalimuendo shine with a remarkable hat trick, while Ludovic Blas contributed another goal to seal the emphatic win.

The result moves Rennes to 12th place in the Ligue 1 standings, offering a morale boost in a challenging season.

Seidu, a key figure in Rennes' defense, had played every match this season until a knee injury sidelined him for an estimated 8-9 months.

The setback means he will miss Ghana's crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar in March 2025.

Rennes' tribute reflects the team's solidarity and support for their teammate as he embarks on a long road to recovery.