Brendan Chardonnet, Ludovic Ajorque Return for Brest Derby Clash with Rennes

Filmogaz.com reports Brest will be without Kamory Doumbia and Mama Baldé for the derby clash with Rennes.

They remain sidelined but have suffered no fresh setbacks.

Team news

Soumaïla Coulibaly was rested this week due to an ankle issue. He has not been ruled out.

He could start at left centre-back beside Brendan Chardonnet. Chardonnet served a ban before the break.

That ban came ahead of the 0-3 defeat at Auxerre. Junior Diaz has been competing for the spot.

Diaz had edged ahead despite being right-footed. The recent loss is not expected to change the pecking order.

Attack boost

Coach Eric Roy will welcome back Ludovic Ajorque from suspension. Ajorque missed the Auxerre game.

The striker is set to lead the attack. His absence left the frontline short of cutting edge.

Ludovic Ajorque Return for Brest Derby Clash with Rennes will provide a timely option up front.

Anniversary note

The derby will also double as Brest’s belated 75th anniversary celebration. The club was founded in 1950.

Outlook

The return of key players lifts hopes for a stronger showing against Rennes. Selection decisions will be finalised in the days before kick-off.