Stade Rennais is experiencing a spectacular revival under the guidance of Franck Haise, who took the reins of the club in February 2026. After a challenging period at OGC Nice, the French coach quickly injected new momentum, reigniting the Rouge et Noir's ambitions for a Champions League qualification.

Franck Haise's return to the dugout took only two months after his contract with OGC Nice was mutually terminated in late December. His stint on the French Riviera saw Les Aiglons come within touching distance of qualifying for the UEFA Champions League league phase in his first season, but the second was marred by a run of nine consecutive defeats across all competitions.

Despite a 2-1 win over AS Saint-Étienne in the Coupe de France in his final Nice match, the damage had already been done. Haise explained at the time: "If I lacked positive energy to better help my team over those last few months or weeks, that’s because I wasted part of it on aspects I had no control over." A fresh start seemed necessary for both parties.

It wasn't immediately clear that Haise would jump headfirst into a new role, but when Stade Rennais came calling, his reservations were lifted. He stated: "For once, I was a free agent, and Rennes made a choice. There aren’t many clubs that would have brought me out of my break. In this case, it was obvious that I would say yes."

Since taking over from Habib Beye in mid-February, Franck Haise has overseen an impressive record of eight wins. This remarkable performance has not only stabilized the Breton club but has also rekindled supporters' hopes of seeing Stade Rennais return to the pinnacle of European football.

Haise's impact is undeniable, swiftly transforming a team in search of confidence into a formidable force in Ligue 1. The timing of his arrival at Rennes seems perfect, and his experience could well be the key to achieving the club's ambitious goals.