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Mousa Al-Tamari delivered the decisive moments as Rennes beat Brest 3-1 in Ligue 1, capitalizing on two glaring defensive errors by Kenny Lala that swung the game in Rennes' favour.Estéban Lepaul and Meïté also scored, Doumbia produced a standout performance despite not sealing the win, and Brest keeper Coudert made several important saves but could not stop Rennes' efficiency; L'Équipe praised Rennes' clinical finishing.
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