Two sides, Rennes and Brest, separated by five points, aim to consolidate their respective positions in the top half of the Ligue 1 when they meet at Roazhon Park on Saturday, 13 December.
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- Rennes have won back-to-back league outings on home turf.
- Les Rennais have lost only once in seven home games this term.
- Brest are unbeaten in four of their last five Ligue 1 fixtures.
- The Pirates have lost two of their last three away matches.
Correct score prediction: Rennes 2-2 Brest
Rennes’ four-match winning streak came to a halt at Parc des Princes as PSG shipped five goals past Brice Samba without reply. Habib Beye’s men will be elated to return to play on home turf, where they’ve won back-to-back matches via 4-1 scorelines against Strasburg and Monaco.
On the other hand, Brest claimed their third straight victory in Ligue 1 – all by a single-goal margin. The Pirates are gradually beginning their ascent up the table, but will face a stern test at Roazhon Park.
Apart from their heavy defeat, Rennes will the pleasure of returning home where they are in impressive form. Meanwhile, Brest are also experiencing a resurgence. A draw is the most probable result in this encounter.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Clear home favourites
- HOME: 5/6 (1.83) – 54.6%
- DRAW: 11/4 (3.75) – 26.6%
- AWAY: 3/1 (4.00) – 25%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Rennes sit in sixth positions, needing a victory to maintain their one point advantage over trailing Monaco. They will be motivated to claim a triumph, with odds of 5/6 (1.83) – a win probability rate of 54.6% backing them.
Having escaped their relegation woes, Brest desperately need another victory to continue their rise in the Ligue 1 table. The visitors have been assigned 3/1 (4.00), signifying a 25% chance of success.
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Most recent H2Hs: Brest with the bragging rights
Brest have won two of their last three H2Hs against Rennes, who last claimed a victory against the Pirates in June 2023.
Europe Friendlies 18/07/25
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France Ligue 1 18/01/25
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France Ligue 1 19/10/24
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France Ligue 1 28/04/24
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France Ligue 1 02/09/23
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Rennes preview: Home crowd expect a triumph
Jeremy Jacquet is suspended for the red card he picked up against PSG. Seko Fofana and Nordi Mukiele are sidelined over injury and fitness problems respectively.
Predicted lineup: Samba (GK), Boudlal, Rouault, Bassier, Frankowski, Camara, Rongier, Cisse, Tamari, Lepaul & Embolo
Last five matches:
- PSG 5-0 Rennes (Ligue 1)
- Metz 0-1 Rennes (Ligue 1)
- Rennes 4-1 Monaco (Ligue 1)
- Paris FC 0-1 Rennes (Ligue 1)
- Rennes 4-1 Strasbourg (Ligue 1)
Brest preview: Can Roy guide Pirates to a fourth straight win?
Eric Roy’s men travel to Rennes without marksman Ludovic Ajorque, who was sent off in the second period against Monaco. Justin Bourgault, Radoslaw Majecki and Zogbe Luc are missing in action.
Predicted lineup: Coudert (GK), Coulibaly, Guindo, Chardonnet, Lala, Chotard, Magnetti, Mboup, Doumbia, Del Castillo & Balde
Last five matches:
- Brest 1-0 Monaco (Ligue 1)
- Strasbourg 1-2 Brest (Ligue 1)
- Brest 3-2 Metz (Ligue 1)
- Marseille 3-0 Brest (Ligue 1)
- Brest 0-0 Lyon (Ligue 1)
Player to watch: Esteban Lepaul
Rennes marksman Lepaul has been significant for the club this season with eight goals and three assists, although he has now failed to score in four successive games. His last goalscoring appearance ended in a stunning match-winning hattrick over Strasbourg five weeks ago.