Rennes beat PSG to win French Cup

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Rennes recorded a major upset as they beat Paris St-Germain on penalties to win the French Cup.

The Ligue 1 champions led 2-0 thanks to goals from Dani Alves and Neymar.

However, Rennes levelled through a Presnel Kimpembe own goal and Mexer header in the 66th minute.

They then ended up winning the shootout after Nkunku smashed the ball over the bar.

It's the side's first French Cup win since 1971.

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