Angers SCO: The French Soap Opera Continues with a Fifth Episode of Defeat

It's a tale as old as time—or at least as old as the last five matches for Angers SCO. On a chilly March 30, 2025, the Stade Raymond Kopa became the latest theater for Angers' ongoing drama, where they faced off against Rennes in what fans hoped would be a plot twist in their favor. Alas, it was not to be. Angers, whose recent form has been as reliable as a Wi-Fi connection in a crowded coffee shop, suffered their fifth consecutive defeat, going down 2-1 to Rennes.

The match unfolded like the final season of a beloved sitcom—predictable yet still somehow painful to watch. With Himad Abdelli benched due to a suspension (thanks to a yellow card in the previous episode), Angers found themselves in a pickle. In football, as in life, the absence of a key player can feel like trying to make a PB&J sandwich without the jelly—just not quite right. Rennes, meanwhile, swooped in like a Netflix series you didn't expect to enjoy, but ended up binge-watching anyway. They took full advantage of Angers' weakened lineup, dominating possession with a staggering 64% and firing nine shots on goal compared to Angers' meager three.

As Angers fans clutched their scarves, perhaps pondering the existential mystery of their team's current form, one couldn't help but draw parallels to a certain time-traveling British series where things go from bad to worse before they get any better. Yet, all is not lost; Angers still holds a six-point buffer over the relegation playoff spot, a silver lining that feels about as comforting as discovering leftover pizza in the fridge when you thought you were out.

Angers' quest to avoid the relegation abyss now resembles a classic underdog story, where every match is a chance to rewrite their destiny. As they lick their wounds and prepare for the next battle, one can only hope for a plot twist that would make even the most hardened fan crack a smile. Until then, Angers supporters will keep the faith, knowing that in the world of football—as in the best TV dramas—anything is possible.