Stade Brestois will make the trip to Roazhon Park for their Ligue 1 encounter with Stade Rennais on Saturday, 18 January 2025. View our free Rennes vs Brest predictions below.
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Rennes vs Brest predictions: Visitors to hold their own
Key stats
- Rennes are currently on a three-match losing run.
- In contrast, Stade Brestois won five of their last six games.
- Five of the last seven encounters between these teams produced goals at both ends.
- At least three goals were scored in nine of Brest's last 12 matches across all competitions.
Correct score prediction: Rennes 1-2 Brest
Brest have five wins in their last six games in all competitions and their last two victories have been by a 2-1 scoreline.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Stade Rennais are expected winners
- HOME: 10/11 (1.91) – 52.4%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 3/1 (4.00) – 25%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
To be fair, Stade Brestois have been one of the worst travellers in the French top flight, losing seven of eight away games this season. However, Eric Roy's men have been impressive of late, winning five of their last six games.
On the other hand, things have not gone swimmingly for Rennes, as they have lost three games in a row.
Despite their recent struggles, Rennes are the expected winners at 10/11 (1.91). Teams with these odds usually have a 52.4% probability of winning.
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We have also pointed out that both teams were amongst the goals in five of Brest's last seven meetings with Rennes. On that note, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 9/10 (1.90). That one has a 52.6% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: An evenly contested clash
Although Brest have no losses in their last three encounters with Rennes, they have won only one of the last 14 meetings between these outfits. In their last four skirmishes, both teams have a win apiece with two draws between them.
France Ligue 1 19/10/24
Brest
Rennes
France Ligue 1 28/04/24
Rennes
Brest
France Ligue 1 02/09/23
Brest
Rennes
Elite Club Friendlies 26/07/23
Brest
Rennes
France Ligue 1 03/06/23
Brest
Rennes
Rennes preview: Hoping to halt their unwanted streak
Looking to snap a run of three consecutive losses in 2025, Rennes will have to do without Dogan Alemdar and Alidu Seidu, as both players are recovering from cruciate ligament injuries.
Predicted lineup: Samba (GK), Wooh, Ostigard, Hateboer, Assignon, James, Matusiwa, Truffert, Fofana, Blas & Gouiri.
France Ligue 1 10/05/25
W
Nice
0
Rennes
2
France Ligue 1 03/05/25
L
Toulouse
2
Rennes
1
France Ligue 1 26/04/25
L
Lyon
4
Rennes
1
France Ligue 1 18/04/25
W
Nantes
1
Rennes
2
France Ligue 1 13/04/25
W
Le Havre
1
Rennes
5
Brest preview: Eyeing their third consecutive victory
As for Brest, up to five players, including Bradley Locko, Jonas Martin, Pierre Lees-Melou, Julien Le Cardinal and Soumaila Coulibaly are expected to miss this clash because of injuries, while Massaro Haidara is questionable.
Predicted lineup: Bizot (GK), Lala, Chardonnet, Ndiaye, Amavi, Camara, Fernandes, Magnetti, Balde, Ajorque & Doumbia.
France Ligue 1 10/05/25
W
Lille
0
Brest
2
France Ligue 1 04/05/25
W
Montpellier
0
Brest
1
France Ligue 1 27/04/25
L
Marseille
4
Brest
1
France Ligue 1 20/04/25
L
Lens
3
Brest
1
France Ligue 1 13/04/25
D
St Etienne
3
Brest
3
Player to watch: Arnaud Kalimuendo
Arnaud Kalimuendo has been in sensational form of late, scoring in each of his last three appearances for Stade Rennais. The former PSG forward has scored six times in his last six appearances across all competitions. He also scored twice in the last two encounters between these teams. Kalimuendo will look to extend his scoring streak to four games.