FC Twente recorded a very hard fought 1-0 victory over Stade Rennais which was just enough for a ticket for the group stage in the UEFA Cup. N'Kufo was back from a suspension in this match and he proved his improtance with the winning goal in the second half. The visitors from France created some decent chances but it just wasn't their day. Twente defended the narrow 1-0 lead near the end of the match and that was a success.

FC Twente started in an attacking 4-3-3 formation but they weren't playing as well as they can. The team spirit was great and they showed a great working attitude which was just enough for the result. Stade Rennais traveled to Holland with confidence after a 2-1 home win in the first leg and they were very unlucky to record a 1-0 defeat. The team played a decent match and they created enough chances to score, but the ball wasn't their friend in this match. They pushed for the equalized near the end, but they just missed the luck and precision to produce that important goal.

Stade Rennais had the best start in this match and they created the forst chances. A free kick from team captain Hansson was saved by Boschker and Twente had to wake up after that. Midfielder Janssen picked up an injury early on in the match and he was substituted after only eight minutes. Tioté, a holding midfielder, entered the pitch and he played a decent match. N'Kufo headed wide only minutes later and FC Twente was very lucky only a couple of minutes later. A Rennais goal never made it to the score sheet because of an off side situation, which was very lucky as Briand was on side. FC Twente played much better in the second half and they created the best chances. Denneboom came close with a nice shot but Douchez made an excellent save. N'Kufo missed the biggest chance of the match after that Denneboom opportunity when his header from only three yard flew over the cross bar. The deadlock was finally broken when N'Kufo scored in a one on one situation with Douchez. The hosts defended the 1-0, which was enough for them and Rennais pushed for the equalizer. The set pieces were troubling Twente's defense but they managed to seal the 1-0 with a bit of luck.

FC Twente's performance was just enough for a ticket for the next round and they will be delighted with the outcome of this match. The team played well and they created enough chances. Stade Rennais on the other hand will be devastated with this result. The 2-1 home win the in first match was a great start for this team, but they weren't able to score an important away goal. They pushed for goals but it wasn't enough to seal the deal in a packed Grolsch Veste.