Nice Rennes 5-2: Elye Wahi hat-trick leads attacking display

Nice Rennes 5-2 was the scoreline on Friday night at the Allianz Riviera, where Nice overwhelmed Rennes in an attacking display. Elye Wahi was central to the home side’s performance, scoring a hat-trick and also providing an assist.

The match was defined by Nice’s offensive efficiency and Rennes’ inability to contain the momentum. Nicolas Lemaître had a difficult evening as the home side turned their pressure into a clear victory.

Wahi drives Nice’s attack

Wahi was the key figure in Nice’s forward line, delivering the decisive individual performance of the match. His hat-trick gave Nice the cutting edge, while his assist underlined his wider influence in the attacking phase.

In a game described by its scoreline as an offensive festival, Wahi’s contribution stood above everything else. Nice did not rely on a single moment from their forward; he repeatedly shaped the match and helped maintain the pressure on Rennes.

For Nice, the result was not just about the margin of victory. It was also about the clarity of their attacking performance, with Wahi acting as the focal point in a side that consistently found ways to hurt Rennes.

Rennes struggle to contain the home side

Rennes were unable to match Nice’s rhythm at the Allianz Riviera. Conceding five goals left them with too much to recover from, even with two goals of their own on the night.

Lemaître, in particular, had difficulty coping with the opposition’s attacking demonstration. As Nice continued to impose themselves, Rennes were left chasing a match that moved firmly away from them.

The 5-2 result reflected the balance of the contest: Nice were sharper, more productive in attack and more convincing in the key moments.

Allianz Riviera hosts a seven-goal match

The Allianz Riviera provided the setting for a high-scoring encounter in which Nice gave their supporters a dominant home performance. The home team’s five goals ensured the match was remembered for its attacking output.

Rennes contributed to the scoring, but the night belonged to Nice and especially to Wahi. His three goals and assist made him the clear standout in a match shaped by forward play.

What the result means

For Nice, the victory offers a strong statement built on attacking authority. For Rennes, the scoreline highlights a difficult night against a side whose attacking players, led by Wahi, were too much to handle.