European-chasing Rennes return to action at Roazhon Park on Sunday aiming to immediately bounce back from last weekend’s setback against Lille.
The hosts remain firmly in the hunt for continental qualification, while struggling Metz arrive staring at what increasingly looks like an inevitable return to Ligue 2.
In addition to our Rennes vs Metz prediction below, check out the rest of today's betting tips.
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Rennes vs Metz key stats
- Rennes have won six of their last seven Ligue 1 matches against teams starting the round in the bottom half.
- Rennes have won the last eight Ligue 1 meetings with Metz.
- Metz have lost 11 away league matches this season, the most in Ligue 1.
- Metz have conceded 60 goals in Ligue 1 this season, the highest total across Europe’s top five leagues.
Rennes vs Metz preview: Hosts aim to reignite European push
| Rennes | vs | Metz |
|---|---|---|
| 7th | Position | 18th |
| 43 | Points | 13 |
| 43 | Goals For | 25 |
| 37 | Goals Against | 60 |
| 8 | Clean Sheets | 4 |
| 8th | Home Rank | 17th |
| 6th | Away Rank | 18th |
Rennes suffered a frustrating setback last weekend when they were beaten 2-1 by Lille, a result that ended an impressive four-match winning streak in Ligue 1.
Prior to that defeat, Franck Haise’s side had surged into European contention with a run of victories that included notable wins over Nice and Paris Saint-Germain.
Rennes have won each of their last eight Ligue 1 meetings with Metz, their longest winning streak against a single opponent in the competition.
Despite the loss, Rennes remain well placed in the table, sitting seventh with 43 points from 26 matches and trailing the final European qualification spot only on goal difference.
Given their recent form and strong record against struggling sides, Rennes will view this fixture as a perfect opportunity to return to winning ways.
However, their home form has been somewhat inconsistent of late, with just two victories in their last five league matches at Roazhon Park (1D, 2L), meaning complacency will not be an option.
Metz, meanwhile, continue to endure a deeply disappointing campaign that has left them rooted to the bottom of the standings.
Seven of Rennes’ last eight matches have produced over 2.5 goals.
Les Grenats have collected just 13 points from 26 matches and now find themselves 14 points adrift of safety with eight rounds remaining, leaving their survival hopes hanging by the thinnest of threads.
Their most recent outing summed up their struggles perfectly. Metz were seconds away from salvaging a point in a dramatic encounter with Toulouse, only to concede in the 99th minute and fall to a heartbreaking 4-3 defeat.
That result extended their miserable run to 11 matches without a win across all competitions, and their defensive problems have been particularly alarming.
The club have conceded 60 league goals this season – more than any other side in Europe’s top five leagues – while also suffering a league-high 11 defeats on their travels.
With Rennes boasting such a dominant recent head-to-head record, Metz face an extremely difficult task if they are to produce a surprise result here.
Rennes vs Metz form guide & betting tips
| Rennes | vs | Metz |
|---|---|---|
| W-W-W-W-L | League Form | L-L-L-L-L |
| 12 | Points | 0 |
| 2nd | Form Table | 18th |
| 12 | Goals For | 4 |
| 3 | Goals Against | 14 |
| W-W-W-W-L | Form (all comps) | L-L-L-L-L |
Whispers predicts: Rennes 3-0 Metz
Rennes should have too much quality for a Metz side that has struggled badly at both ends of the pitch throughout the campaign, making a home win at 4/11 a solid option.
Given the visitors’ defensive vulnerabilities and poor away record, the hosts look well placed to secure a comfortable victory and strengthen their push for European football.
Seven of Rennes’ last eight matches have ended in over 2.5 goals, making that option at 4/7 a viable one.
> Rennes to win at 4/11| Likelihood: Likely
> Over 2.5 goals at 4/7 | Likelihood: Probable
> Both teams to score – No at 4/5 | Likelihood: Possible
> Correct score – 3-0 at 7/1 | Likelihood: Outsider