Angers vs Rennes Prediction | Lineups & 62% Win Chance

Match Preview

Angers host Rennes at Stade Raymond Kopa, both sides coming off their first Ligue 1 wins of the season. Angers are boosted by a 3-1 away victory at Auxerre, improving their defensive outlook after conceding 4 goals in their first two matches. However, their home form remains patchy, with only 1 win in the last 5 at this ground and a tendency to concede early goals.

Rennes, under Franck Haise, have shown attacking potency, scoring 6 goals in their opening two Ligue 1 matches. Their squad is missing goalkeeper Brice Samba due to a muscular injury, with Nicolas Lemaitre stepping in — a potential vulnerability given Rennes’ recent defensive lapses, conceding 5 goals so far. Their away record is mixed, with just one clean sheet in their last 7 away games.

Hariss Belkebla’s absence for Angers due to a thigh injury weakens their midfield stability. Rennes’ attacking threat, led by Martin Terrier, who has scored in the last two games, gives them an edge. Still, Angers’ resilience after last week’s win and Rennes’ shaky defense suggest a tight contest. Rennes hold a slight edge due to attacking form and squad depth despite the goalkeeper issue.

Team Form

Angers have struggled defensively, conceding 10 goals in their last 5 matches, though their recent win shows signs of improvement. Rennes’ attack is firing with 11 goals in the same span, but their defense remains vulnerable, especially without Samba.