Rennes, Nice and Lyon are all in the hunt for a spot in the Europa League this season. The French top flight has been dominated by Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) over the past few years, but there are still opportunities for other teams to make a run at European football.
In the standings, Rennes sit in sixth place with 46 points from 25 games, while Nice is in seventh with 47 points. Both teams have played two more matches than Lyon, who currently sits in fifth place with 48 points. Lyon's opponents in the final matchday will be Montpellier, who have already secured their place in Europe after winning the Ligue 2 title.
Despite being mid-table, both Rennes and Nice have shown that they can compete with the big boys. Rennes has struggled in recent seasons, but under new manager Bruno Genesio, they have started to turn things around. They have won four of their last six league matches and have scored 19 goals in those games. Nice, on the other hand, has struggled defensively, conceding 30 goals in 25 games, but they have managed to pick up some crucial wins against stronger opposition.
Lyon, on the other hand, has been one of the most consistent sides in the league this season. They have only lost twice in their last 12 matches and have conceded just 15 goals in those games. Their defense has been solid, and they have also managed to score plenty of goals themselves. However, their form could dip in the final few weeks of the season, as they play a number of tough opponents including PSG, Marseille, and Monaco.
Overall, it looks like all three teams have a chance of making a push for Europe in the final weeks of the season. Rennes and Nice will need to continue their strong performances if they want to secure a Europa League spot, while Lyon will need to maintain their consistency and avoid any slip-ups in the final few weeks. Whatever happens, it should be an exciting finish to another action-packed season in French football.