A struggling Nantes outfit host European hopefuls Rennes in Derby de la Bretagne at Stade de la Beaujoire in the fifth round of Ligue 1 fixtures on Saturday, 20 September.
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Nantes vs Rennes prediction: Red & Blacks to outwit the Canaries
Key stats
- Nantes have lost three of their opening four Ligue 1 games (W1).
- The Canaries have scored just one goal in their first four fixtures.
- Rennes are without a clean sheet in their last six away games.
- Rennes have won two of their first four Ligue 1 outings (D1, L1).
Correct score prediction: Nantes 1-2 Rennes
Luis Castro’s Nantes have been one of the poorest sides in Ligue 1 this term, winning just once across their four league outings. All four of Nantes’ top-flight fixtures so far have finished 1-0.
Having narrowly avoided relegation last season, Nantes have the chance to get back on track this campaign despite their dismal start, but beating Rennes is going to be no easy task. Les Rennais lost on their last visit to Beaujoire, and haven’t tasted consecutive away H2H defeats since 2005.
Rennes’ away form is of great concern, but their dramatic 3-1 home win over Lyon last weekend certainly helps morale in the dugout as they aim for a first win on the road in six away Ligue 1 games. Expect the visitors to beat the hosts by the narrowest of margins to keep their claim for a top-six finish.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies back Rennais
- HOME: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 11/10 (2.10) – 47.6%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Nantes have collected just three points after four rounds, and it is unlikely they will add to that tally against the visitors. With odds of 12/5 (3.40), they have a 29.4% chance of success in this Breton derby.
Rennes could go three games unbeaten in the league for the first time since the 2023/24 campaign. Bookmakers back Habib Beye’s men with 11/10 (2.10) odds, suggesting a 47.6% win probability rate.
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Most recent H2Hs: Rennes all the way
The two sides met a couple of months ago in a club friendly, with Rennes emerging victorious after 3-2 result over Nantes. The visitors have won five of their last six meetings and have lost only two of their last 11 H2Hs.
Elite Club Friendlies 26/07/25
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France Ligue 1 20/04/24
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France Ligue 1 01/10/23
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Nantes preview: Time to get back into shape
Bahereba Guirassy, Francis Coquelin and Mathieu Acapandie are all expected to miss the clash against Rennes.
Predicted lineup: Lopes (GK), Amian, Awaziem, Tati, Cozza, Hong, Lepenant, Mwanga, Abline, Mohamed & Benhattab
Last five matches:
- Nice 1-0 Nantes (Ligue 1)
- Nantes 1-0 Auxerre (Ligue 1)
- Strasbourg 1-0 Nantes (Ligue 1)
- Nantes 0-1 Paris Saint-Germain (Ligue 1)
- Nantes 2-3 Paris FC (Club Friendly)
Rennes preview: A third consecutive unbeaten outing?
Habib Beye has no real injury or suspension concerns on his hands.
Predicted lineup: Samba (GK), Boudlal, Jacquet, Rouault, Meite, Cisse, Rongier, Blas, Merlin, Embolo & Lepaul
Last five matches:
- Rennes 3-1 Lyon (Ligue 1)
- Angers 1-1 Rennes (Ligue 1)
- Lorient 4-0 Rennes (Ligue 1)
- Rennes 1-0 Marseille (Ligue 1)
- Rennes 2-2 Genoa (Club Friendly)
Player to watch: Mohamed Meite
Meite might just earn his spot in the starting eleven following a match-winning display in the 3-1 against Olympique Lyonnais, where he registered a goal and an assist in his 22-minute cameo. He could prove to be the difference-maker against a faltering Nantes backline.