Rennes vs Nantes Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Ligue 1 2024-25

Nantes ended up as the better side when they last time these sides met.

Stade Rennais are all set to host Nantes in the match week 30 of the Ligue 1 2024-25 edition. The French League fixture will be played at the Roazhon Park, which will be beneficial for Rennes.

Stade Rennais are in the 11th spot on the Ligue 1 points table. They have been able to win 11 games in 29 league matches this season. Because of their below-average performances, they will not be getting any spot for the next season’s European competition.

Rennes are coming in after securing a dominating win in their previous fixture over Le Havre by a scoreline of 5-1. Even though it was an away game for them, Stade Rennais did do a great job on the attacking front.

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Despite being away from home, Nantes will be feeling confident as they have already defeated Rennes once this season and will be looking to repeat the result here. They are placed 13th on the French League table.

They secured three points in their previous league game, which was against Nice. It was a close win for them and they will be looking to continue with the same form here. They might face some issues while facing Rennes away from home.

Kick-off:

• Location: Rennes, France
• Stadium: Roazhon Park
• Date: Saturday, April 19
• Kick-off Time: 00:15 IST; Friday, April 18; 18:45 GMT/ 13:45 ET/ 10:45 PT
• Referee: Abdelatif Kherradji
• VAR: In use

Form:

Stade Rennais: L-L-W-L-W

Nantes: L-L-W-L-W

Players to Watch

Arnaud Kalimuendo (Rennes)

The Frenchman has been in good form for Stade Rennais this season. He has scored a decent number of goals. Arnaud Kalimuendo also scored a goal in the last league game for Rennes and will be looking to score one more time.

In 27 Ligue 1 games this season, Kalimuendo has 17 goal involvements. He has six goal involvements in the last five French League games for his team.

Moses Simon (Nantes)

Leading the attack from the left, Moses Simon has created many issues for the opponent’s defence this season. From scoring goals to assisting his squad members, Moses Simon has been a beneficial player for his team.

After contesting in 26 league games this season, the Nigerian forward has 16 goal involvements. Moses Simon will be looking to add more goals and assists to his tally so that he can help his side prevail.

Match Facts

• Rennes have won four of their last five encounters against Nantes.
• Stade Rennais has scored 10 goals in the last five fixtures against Nantes.
• Nantes have only been able to score two goals in the last five encounters against Rennes.

Rennes vs Nantes: Betting Tips and Odds

• Rennes to win @5/6 888sport
• Arnaud Kalimuendo to score @5/1 bet365
• Goals over 3.5 @5/2 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Alidu Seidu and Ludovic Blas are injured and will not be in action for Rennes.

Nantes will be without the services of Francis Coquelin, Nathan Zeze and Pedro Chirivella as they have injuries.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 26

Stade Rennais won: 15

Nantes won: 4

Draws: 7

Predicted Lineups

Rennes predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)

Samba (GK); Hateboer, Rouault, Brassier; Assignon, Cisse, Fofana, Truffert; Kalimuendo, Olaigbe; Nagida

Nantes predicted lineup (3-4-3)

Lopes (GK); Sow, Pallois, Amian; Thomas, Douglas, Leroux, Cozza; Elia, Abline, Simon

Match Prediction

Neither team is in the best of form. Nantes did defeat Stade Rennais previously this season but this time around, Rennes are likely to win this time against the visitors.

Prediction: Rennes 3-1 Nantes

Telecast Details

India: GXR World

UK: beIN SPORTS, Ligue 1 Pass

USA: fubo TV, beIN SPORTS

Nigeria: Canal+Sport 2 Afrique

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