The Stade Rennais 1996–97 Home Retro Football Jersey recalls a challenging but memorable campaign in the history of the Breton club. Under manager Yves Colleu, Rennes competed in French Division 1 and finished 16th with 40 points, securing its place in the top flight. The team also reached the Coupe de la Ligue quarter-finals and participated in the UEFA Intertoto Cup. Despite a difficult league season, Rennes demonstrated resilience and maintained its position among France's leading football clubs.
The squad featured Stéphane Guivarc'h, Sylvain Wiltord, Ousmane Dabo, Mikaël Silvestre and Patrice Carteron. Guivarc'h delivered an outstanding individual campaign with 22 league goals, providing the team's principal attacking threat. Wiltord contributed pace and creativity, while Dabo and Silvestre represented an emerging generation of French talent. Their development during this period added historical significance to a season that combined experienced players with promising young footballers.
The jersey features a vibrant red base with distinctive curved black-and-white panels across the shoulders and upper chest, creating a bold geometric appearance characteristic of mid-1990s football fashion. A contrasting white V-neck collar with black trim adds a traditional finishing touch, while the club crest reinforces Rennes' identity and connection to Brittany. Its expressive shoulder graphics, striking colour combination and classic short-sleeved silhouette make this heritage home jersey a memorable tribute to Stade Rennais' 1996–97 campaign.
Please refer to the size guidance on this product page for detailed measurements.
Stade Rennais 1996–97 Home Jersey
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Size Guidance (Retro Jersey)
Size Chest (in) Length (in) Rec. Height (ft/in) Rec. Weight (lb) S 39 28 65–67 121–132 M 41 28 67–69 132–154 L 43 29 69–71 154–176 XL 44 30 71–75 176–198 XXL 46 31 75–79 198–220 Note: All sizes are for reference only. Manual measurement may result in an error of ±1 inch.
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WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
- DO NOT use fabric softener
- Do not bleach
- Do not tumble dry
- Do not dry clean
- Touch up with cool iron
- Machine wash warm
- Wash and iron inside out
- Remove immediately
- LINE DRY
Season Information
Information
Details
Season / Year
1996–97
Club
Stade Rennais FC
Country
France
City
Rennes, Brittany
Competition(s)
French Division 1, Coupe de France, Coupe de la Ligue
Division 1 Result
16th place
League Record
38 matches, 10 wins, 10 draws, 18 losses
League Points
40
Manager
Guy David
Home Stadium
Stade de la Route de Lorient
Key Players
Stéphane Guivarc'h, Sylvain Wiltord, Marco Grassi, Jocelyn Gourvennec, Christophe Le Roux, Ousmane Dabo, Dominique Arribagé
Kit Type
Home – Short Sleeve
Primary Colours
Red and Black
Club Nickname
Les Rouge et Noir
Traditional Design
Red shirt with black detailing
Historical Significance
A transitional season in Rennes' development during the late 1990s
The 1996–97 season was a challenging period for Stade Rennais as the Breton club fought to maintain its position in France's top division. The campaign represented an important stage in Rennes' development, with the club continuing to establish its identity around its traditional red-and-black colours and its passionate supporters in Brittany.
Goals Scored / Conceded
40 / 58
Coupe de la Ligue
Quarter-finals
UEFA Intertoto Cup
Group Stage
Manager
Yves Colleu
League Top Scorer
Stéphane Guivarc'h – 22 goals
Key Players
Stéphane Guivarc'h, Sylvain Wiltord, Ousmane Dabo, Mikaël Silvestre, Patrice Carteron, Jocelyn Gourvennec
Collar
White V-neck with black trim
Shirt Design
Red base with curved black-and-white panels across the shoulders and upper chest
Historical Significance
Guivarc'h's prolific goalscoring season and Rennes' successful battle to remain in Division 1

































