Rennes and Nantes both aiming to keep their strong form going

Stade Rennais vs FC Nantes - 01/10/2023

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Rennes and Nantes are in midtable in Ligue 1 after six matches. On Sunday, the two teams will meet in round No. 7, with the chance to kick on and ignite their season.

Both teams go into the match, with eight points from 18 points on offer. Just five points separate the two clubs from the top of the table.

Rennes have not lost a match this season, but they have only won just one match. The Red and Black drew each of their last five matches in Ligue 1.

If Bruno Genesio’s team can start winning matches, Rennes could be one of the top teams in Ligue 1.

Until then, Genesio must find a way to get Rennes scoring goals. Sure, Rennes tallied 10 goals in their opening six games, but five of those goals were scored in their opening match against Metz. The Black and Red conceded just six goals in their opening six matches.

Nantes scored goals in their opening six matches, tallying 11 goals. The Canaries’ problem is conceding goals. Nantes allowed 11 goals to their opening six opponents.

After starting the season with back-to-back losses, Nantes went unbeaten in their next four games. They go to Rennes in good form.

Rennes’ lone win this season came at home in Roazhan Park. They racked up nine goals in six matches and conceded five times.

Nantes, on the other hand, took three points from six in their two road matches of the campaign. Goals were a struggle for Nantes away from home, with just one scored. The Canaries conceded twice in their two road games.

Pierre Aristouy’s team is looking for a first win over Rennes in four tries. Rennes won each of their last three games versus Nantes in all competitions.

Nantes forward Ignatius Ganago is unlikely to play following a thigh injury. Fellow forward Adson is also a doubt following a hamstring injury. Defender Fabien Centonze has a hamstring injury and could miss the match. Midfielder Nathan Zeze had his appendix removed and may not play.

Genesio could be without two forwards for the match Arnaud Kalimuendo may miss the fixture following a hamstring strain. Forward Martin Terrier is still recovering from an ACL injury but isn’t ready to play just yet.

Sunday’s match between Rennes and Nantes should be an exciting affair between two teams in good form. In the end, Rennes and Nantes should finish in a draw, with the game finishing 2-2.

Home team
Away team

Probability %

1X2

Pred

Correct score

Avg. goals

Weather conditions

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Fr1

Stade Rennais FC Nantes 01/10/2023 20:45

354124

X2-2

2 - 2

2.53

24°

4.33

1.50 4.33 5.75 no no no

FT

3 - 1(1 - 1)

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