Haise demands “110%” from Rennes before Angers trip

Rennes boss Franck Haise spoke ahead of the trip to Angers this Sunday for the third round of Ligue 1, with focus on both the team’s standards and the club’s late-market work. As reported by L’Équipe, the coach stressed that the goal is to “outperform” rather than settle for the bare minimum, insisting on a constant message of high expectation.

Dia adds central attack threat

Haise framed the signing of Boulaye Dia as an upgrade for the central attacking role. According to L’Équipe, he said he has followed Dia since his time at Reims, noting that they could already see his qualities quickly after the deal. The coach described Dia as an experienced forward who moves well, attacks the depth when needed, can play between the lines, and also offers a solid finish in front of goal.

Soumaré’s job isn’t “stereotypes”

On Issa Soumaré, one of the recruits, Haise defended his role in the 4-3-3, saying Rennes don’t use wide players purely to “bomb down the line”. L’Équipe quotes him saying the wide roles can change: sometimes they must run past their man, other times come inside, act as a second striker, or drop into central spaces.

He also acknowledged the key remaining step is consistency. Haise pointed to different recent performances, including a friendly versus Club Brugge, a PSG match that ended level, and the loss to Le Mans, underlining that Soumaré knows he must deliver more regularly.

The “110%” standard at Angers

Haise’s message to the squad was clear: he won’t “let the level of demands drop”. As L’Équipe puts it, his target is “110%” across the board to “overperform”. He expects Rennes to keep playing, creating chances and scoring, while also being more secure, focused and accurate in the final stretch. On Angers, Haise warned they have caused problems in recent preparation and early matches, so Rennes must be ready from the start.