As the Ligue 1 season continues to heat up, two teams from Rennes, Nice, and Lyon have shown significant improvement over their mid-table standings. With just six games remaining, these three clubs are fighting for Europa League qualification.

Rennes, who currently sits in ninth place, has been performing well lately. Their recent form is highlighted by wins against Bordeaux and Monaco, as well as draws with Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille. The team's defense has also been solid, conceding only five goals in their last four matches. This form has helped them climb back into contention for European football.

Nice, on the other hand, is in even better form than Rennes. They have won all but one of their last eight games, including impressive victories over Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille. Their attacking prowess has been a major factor in their success, scoring 24 goals in their last seven matches. With a strong squad and a manager in Thomas Tuchel who has experience at the highest level, Nice looks like a real contender for Europe's elite.

Lyon, meanwhile, have struggled in recent weeks, dropping points against Strasbourg and Montpellier. However, they still sit in fourth place, just three points behind Nice. Manager Bruno Genesio has praised his players' attitude and work ethic, and believes that they can still make a run for Europe. If they can maintain their current form, Lyon could be a serious threat in the final few matches.

Overall, this year's Ligue 1 season promises to be exciting with so many teams vying for Europe's top spot. Rennes, Nice, and Lyon will need to continue playing at a high level if they want to secure their places in Europe's premier club competition. But with their recent form, there's no doubt that any one of these three teams could cause some big problems for their rivals come the end of the season.