Rennes welcome Lens to Roazhon Park on Sunday in a Ligue 1 fixture, with the hosts building momentum in front of the home crowd, having won both of their home matches so far this season. Lens sit just above them in the standings, making this clash an intriguing one.
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Rennes vs Lens prediction: The hosts with a solid start at home
Key statistics
- Rennes have won their two home matches this season despite facing top sides like Lyon and Marseille.
- Lens have won one and lost one of their two matches on the road.
- The last two matches between both sides in this stadium have produced draws.
Correct Score Prediction: Rennes 1-1 Lens
While Rennes have momentum at home, Lens have always found a way to take something from this fixture for the past 10 years, and they are well-equipped to do so again, with the hosts having to battle a mental block against them.
Pre-game odds and win probability: A close contest
- Home (Rennes): 7/5 (2.40) – 41.7%
- Draw: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
- Away (Lens): 7/4 (2.75) – 36.4%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Rennes are rated as slight favourites with a 41.7% chance of winning at Roazhon Park. Lens, however, are not far behind at 36.4%, showing how finely balanced this contest is. The draw at 28.6% also remains a realistic outcome, highlighting how competitive this match might be.
Most recent H2Hs: 10 years since a Rennes triumph
Rennes have found it difficult to secure victory in this fixture for a while, last triumphing over Lens in February 2015.
There have been 10 meetings between them since then, and Lens have won five, with the other five ending in stalemates.
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Rennes preview: Injury issues persist after last week’s disappointing draw
Ludovic Blas put Rennes ahead from the penalty spot against Nantes, before summer signing Esteban Lepaul grabbed the second. However, they could not hold on to the lead, conceding in the 64th minute and stoppage time to draw 2-2.
Rennes still have concerns as Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal was sidelined by a groin problem last week, while Alidu Seidu picked up a head knock during the game.
Former Lens defender Przemyslaw Frankowski is looking to shrug off an adductor issue, while Valentin Rongier had to come off at half-time after feeling discomfort in his calf.
Predicted lineup: Samba (GK), Brassier, Jacquet, Rouault, Camara, Blas, Cisse, S. Fofana, Merlin, Lepaul & Embolo
Last five fixtures
- 20.09.25 – Nantes 2-2 Rennes
- 14.09.25 – Rennes 3-1 Lyon
- 31.08.25 – Angers 1-1 Rennes
- 24.08.25 – Lorient 4-0 Rennes
- 15.08.25 – Rennes 1-0 Marseille
Lens Preview: The visitors looking to fly higher
Wesley Said, Florian Thauvin and Rayan Fofana were all on target last time out as Lens secured a 3-0 victory over Lille.
However, they missed Jhoanner Chavez, who had an ankle issue, and Deiver Machado, who was sidelined with a knee injury – with both remaining as concerns for this clash.
Predicted lineup: Risser (GK), Gradit, Baidoo, Sarr; Aguilar, Sangare, Thomasson, Udol, Thauvin, Said & R. Fofana
Last five fixtures
- 20.09.25 – Lens 3-0 Lille
- 14.09.25 – PSG 2-0 Lens
- 29.08.25 – Lens 3-1 Brest
- 24.08.25 – Le Havre 1-2 Lens
- 16.08.25 – Lens 0-1 Lyon
Player to Watch: Esteban Lepaul
The French striker arrived from Angers last month, having already scored one goal for his former side. However, he has already added two in three matches since his arrival, including one against his ex-team.
Lepaul remains a threat whenever he is on the pitch, and he will be looking to make the difference once again when he is paired alongside Breel Embolo in attack.