Rennes thrashed Nice in their Ligue 1 match on Sunday, securing their place in the Europa League. The victory was a major blow for Nice, who had been hoping to finish the season with a top-four finish and secure a spot in Europe's premier club competition.

The game was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating chances throughout the match. However, Rennes emerged as the better team in the second half, and they were able to score two goals in quick succession to take control of the match.

The first goal came from a header by Yann M'Vila, who headed home a cross from Florian Thauvin. The second goal came just five minutes later, when Maxence Matuidi scored after receiving a pass from Kamil Glik.

Despite the defeat, Nice will still have a chance to qualify for the Europa League if they can beat Montpellier next week. However, it is unlikely that they will be able to catch up with Rennes in the table, especially given their recent form.

Overall, this win for Rennes was a significant one, and it was a huge boost for the club's chances of finishing in the top four and qualifying for the Europa League. It was also a reminder of how strong the Ligue 1 league has become, with so many teams capable of competing at such a high level.