Ligue 1 duel: Close contest expected between Nantes and Rennes

There has not been much time to rest for the guests, as they played a Ligue 1 game only three days ago.

Nantes form and stats

Seven points from three Ligue 1 home games is a great start for Nantes, who are hoping to build on that form here at Stade de la Beaujoire - Louis Fonteneau. Nantes has recorded two wins in a row here at Stade de la Beaujoire - Louis Fonteneau, increasing their hopes of victory in this match.

Nantes lost their last game at Strasbourg (placed 16th) after a 1-2 scoreline. Before that, Nantes had a home game versus Reims which ended with a victory 1-0.

The bookmakers consider this a fairly even contest. One could say only the home advantage separates the teams. It could be relevant to look at how Nantes have performed in matches similar to this (as small favourites). Our database has found ten matches with the results: Won 2 Drawn 2 Lost 6.

There will be little rest for Nantes after this match as they are travelling to Olympique Lyonnais for a Ligue 1 game in only three days.

The goals haven't exactly been flowing for Nantes here at Stade de la Beaujoire - Louis Fonteneau in the league, with less than one goal per game on average (2 from 3 games). Defensively Nantes have been outstanding, conceding less than half a goal on average per home game in the league (0 in 3 games). For more goal stats, check the Statistics tab above.

Rennes form and stats

Rennes, who have the fewest conceded goals (0) away in Ligue 1, are happy with their away performances in the Ligue 1 so far, having secured two victories and one draw from their first three travels.

Rennes's last game was the home draw against Lille (1-1). Preceding that match was the 1-1 draw at home vs Celtic.

So, this is expected to be a close game, an even contest. Looking at earlier matches with Rennes playing away and similar expectations, we found eleven relevant matches. Results were 2 Rennes wins, 6 draws and 3 defeats.

There might be some complaints about the fixture list from the Rennes manager J. Stéphan as the team has another away game coming up in only four days, this time against Olympique Marseille.

Rennes find the net in their away games, although not all the time. 3 goals from 3 away fixtures in the league. Rennes's manager J. Stéphan has created a great defensive setup working very nicely in away games with only 0 conceded goals. You can find more goal stats on the Statistics tab above.

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Top Goalscorers

K. Coulibaly 3 goals

M. Niang 2 goals

Andrei Girotto 1 goals

Nantes missing players

Rennes missing players