Rennes vs Marseille Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Ligue 1 2025-26

Les Phoceens came out victorious when they last faced Stade Rennais.

Rennes are all set to host Marseille in the matchweek 1 fixture of the 2025-26 Ligue 1 edition. It is going to be an interesting fixture between these French sides and is scheduled to take place at Roazhon Park.

Stade Rennais will be at home, which will be a big advantage for them to start their new season. They have only been a part of two pre-season games and were held to a draw in both of them. Rennes had faced Les Phoceens in their last match of the 2024-25 season and lost the game by 2-4.

Marseille finished second in the 2024-25 Ligue 1 season. They were good the whole season, but it was not enough to win the league title. Les Phoceens have a capable squad.

It will be interesting to see their performance in the away league game against Rennes.

Kick-off:

• Location: Rennes, France
• Stadium: Roazhon Park
• Date: Saturday, August 16
• Kick-off Time: 12:15 a.m. IST (Friday, August 15; 06:45 p.m. GMT/ 02:45 p.m. ET/ 11:45 a.m. PT)
• Referee: Jeremie Pignard
• VAR: In use

𝘍𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴 𝘰𝘯 #SRFCOM 🔜 pic.twitter.com/rLO7B2zk9x

— Olympique de Marseille (@OM_Officiel) August 13, 2025

Form:

Rennes: D-D

Marseille: D-W-D-D-W

Players to Watch

Seko Fofana (Stade Rennais)

Seko Fofana will have an important role to play in the midfield as well as in the attacking front for the hosts. He will have to control the midfield well and build some plays in the attacking front to help his side score a goal or two.

Mason Greenwood (Marseille)

In 34 league appearances for Marseille, Mason Greenwood scored 21 goals and also bagged five assists during the 2024-25 season. The 23-year-old Englishman came up with top performances, which helped Les Phoceens secure wins on multiple occasions. He will yet again look to make an impact from the start of the new season.

𝗝𝗼𝗻𝗻𝘆 🎯 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 🎯pic.twitter.com/ifA1CHdLNx

— Olympique de Marseille 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 (@OM_English) August 13, 2025

Match Facts

• Rennes have only won one of their last five matches against Les Phoceens.
• Marseille have won three of their last five games against Stade Rennais.
• Les Phoceens are on a five-match unbeaten run.

Stade Rennais vs Marseille: Betting Tips and Odds

• Marseille to win @1/1 Betway
• Mason Greenwood to score @5/1 Skybet
• Goals over 3.5 @13/8 bet 365

Injury and Team News

Alidu Seidu and Lilian Brassier are injured. Hence, neither will be in action for Rennes.

Marseille have all their players fit and ready to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 63

Rennes won: 29

Marseille won: 20

Draws: 14

Predicted Lineups

Rennes predicted lineup (4-1-4-1)

Samba (GK); Jacquet, Rouault, Wooh, Bamba; Rongier; Tamari, Cisse, Fofana, Blas; Kalimuendo

Marseille predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Rulli (GK); Murillo, Medina, Balerdi, Garcia; Rabiot, Hojberg, Gomes; Greenwood, Aubameyang, Rowe

Match Prediction

This will be an important fixture for both of these clubs as they will be keen on making a positive start. Marseille are likely to secure a win against Stade Rennais in their opening game of Ligue 1 2025-26.

Prediction: Rennes 1-3 Marseille

Telecast Details

India: GXR World

UK: beIN SPORTS, Ligue 1 Pass

USA: fuboTV, beIN SPORTS

Nigeria: Canal+Sport 2 Afrique

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