Looking to record four straight wins at the start of a Ligue 1 campaign for just the second time in their history, Lyon resume football action with a trip to Brittany this weekend to face Stade Rennais.
Les Gones’s impressive start has been built on defensive solidity and attacking efficiency, though they travel to the tricky Rhoazon Park, which has often proved a difficult venue in recent campaigns.
Read our Rennes vs Lyon predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other Ligue 1 betting tips.
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Rennes vs Lyon predictions: A clash that could go either way
Key Stats
- Rennes drew their most recent Ligue 1 game but have not shared the spoils in consecutive league matches since September 24, 2023, during a period spanning over 60 games.
- Lyon have won each of their opening three Ligue 1 games this season.
- Both teams have scored in seven of the last ten meetings between the sides.
Correct score prediction: Rennes 1-2 Lyon
Lyon’s start to the campaign has been flawless, winning all their league fixtures without conceding a goal and scoring five in total. Rennes, however, have a history of high-scoring matches against the visitors, suggesting the Red and Blacks could find the net despite the visitors’ superior form.
Pre-match analysis: Close odds suggest competitive contest
- HOME: 17/10 (2.70) – 37.0%
- DRAW: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
- AWAY: 29/20 (2.45) – 40.8%
*Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes; subject to change
The bookmakers’ odds suggest a closely contested match. Rennes have a 37.0% probability of winning despite inconsistent form, while Lyon are slight favourites with a 40.8% chance. The possibility of a draw is reflected in the 28.6% probability. This also supports the hot tip of anybody to win and over 2.5 goals at 1/1 (2.00).
Most recent H2H: Visitors target back-to-back victories
The last encounter ended in a 4-1 victory for Lyon at Parc Olympique Lyonnais, a response to Rennes’ 3-0 success in the reverse fixture. In the last nine meetings, Rennes have won five, with Lyon claiming four victories, highlighting the competitiveness of this fixture.
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Rennes preview: Camara remains suspended
Rennes have experienced a mixed start to the 2025-26 Ligue 1 campaign, winning one, drawing one and losing one of their first three matches. The Red and Blacks sit eighth in the standings following a 1-1 draw at Angers before the international break. Habib Beye’s men managed to complete a full match for the first time this season without seeing a player sent off, after two previous outings with a numerical disadvantage.
Christopher Wooh and Abdelhamid Ait Boudal return from suspension, while Mahdi Camara remains unavailable and Djaoui Cisse is doubtful.
Predicted XI: Samba (GK), Brassier, Rouault, Jacquet, Merlin, Blas, Rongier, Fofana, Frankowski, Lepaul & Embolo
- 31/08/25: Angers 1-1 Rennes (D)
- 24/08/25: Lorient 4-0 Rennes (L)
- 15/08/25: Rennes 1-0 Marseille (W)
- 09/08/25: Rennes 2-2 Genoa (D)
- 02/08/25: Real Sociedad 1-1 Rennes (D)
Lyon preview: Maciel to continue excellent work in Fonseca’s absence?
Lyon have enjoyed a bright start to the campaign under caretaker Jorge Maciel, who took charge following Paulo Fonseca’s suspension. The side has recorded three consecutive wins in Ligue 1 and sits second in the table behind Paris Saint-Germain.
Les Gones's most recent match was a 1-0 victory over Marseille in the Provence derby prior to the international break, and they will aim to continue that momentum. Only Orel Mangala and Ernest Nuamah remain sidelined, while the rest of the squad are fit and available for selection.
Predicted XI: Descamps (GK), Tagliafico, Mata, Niakhate, Maitland-Niles, Morton, Tessmann, Fofana, Tolisso, Karabec & Satriano
- 31/08/25: Lyon 1-0 Marseille (W)
- 23/08/25: Lyon 3-0 Metz (W)
- 16/08/25: Lens 0-1 Lyon (W)
- 09/08/25: Lyon 2-1 Getafe (W)
- 02/08/25: Bayern Munich 2-1 Lyon (L)
Player to watch: Esteban Lepaul
Lepaul opened the scoring for Rennes in their last outing, marking his first goal since joining from Angers during the summer transfer window. The Auxerre-born striker will be key this weekend as Rennes look to challenge Lyon’s defence, and much will depend on whether he can ignite a run of goals.
