Ajaccio, a team that had been dreaming of winning the Ligue 1 title, ended their season with a loss to Rennes on Sunday. The defeat saw them relegated to the second tier of French football.
The match was one of the most important of the season for both teams, with Ajaccio needing to win to stay in the top flight and Rennes looking to consolidate their position at the top. However, it proved to be a difficult task for the hosts, who were outplayed by Rennes throughout the game.
In the end, Ajaccio fell short and suffered their fourth consecutive defeat in the league this season. The loss also means that they will have to play in the second division next season, which is a significant blow for the club.
The defeat has also led to the club being relegated from Ligue 1, a result that many fans were hoping would not come true. However, after several seasons of struggling in the top flight, it seems that the club may have hit rock bottom.
Despite the disappointment, Ajaccio's coach, Bruno Genesio, remains optimistic about the future of the club. He said: "We have lost a lot of games this season, but we have also won some matches. We must now work hard to try and avoid relegation."
The defeat has also raised questions about the quality of the players on the team, particularly those in midfield. Many fans believe that the team lacks creativity and flair, and that they need to improve if they want to compete in the top flight.
Overall, the defeat against Rennes has left Ajaccio in a difficult situation, and it remains to be seen whether they can turn things around in the coming months.