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Rennes strike at death to claim derby draw

Teenager Axel Ngando enjoyed a fairytale introduction to top-flight football on Saturday as his stoppage-time strike handed Rennes a share of the spoils in a 2-2 draw at Brittany rivals Lorient.

Rennes' midfielder Axel Ngando (C)celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during their French L1 football match against Lorient on February 2, 2013 at the Moustoir Stadium in Lorient, western France.

Lorient looked set to beat their more illustrious regional rivals for the second time this season when former Arsenal striker Jeremie Aliadiere put them 2-1 up with a stunning strike from 20 yards that arrowed into the top corner of the net.

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