LE Havre - Rennes

Regular Season - 21
Kickoff: 2024-02-11 11:00

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LE Havre - Rennes Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Rennes
Best odds: 1.35

As the Ligue 1 season unfolds, the upcoming clash between LE Havre and Rennes on a serene Sunday at Stade Océane promises to be a tantalizing fixture. With both teams locked at 22 points, the predictions hint at a slight edge for Rennes, but football is nothing if not unpredictable.

Key Players to Watch

For LE Havre, the spotlight will be on Samuel Grandsir, whose attacking prowess has been critical this season. With a rating of 6.43, Grandsir's 4 shots on target and a goal to his name might not be earth-shattering, but his 8 key passes indicate his potential to unlock Rennes' defense. Midfield dynamo Nolan Jean Pierre Mbemba Batina brings a rating of 6.48 to the midfield battle, contributing to both defensive solidity and offensive transitions. Upfront, Emmanuel Afriyie Mario Sabbi is another attacker who could make a difference, boasting 2 goals from 5 shots on target.

Rennes, on the other hand, will rely on the talents of Arnaud Kalimuendo-Muinga. His impressive rating of 6.84, coupled with 4 goals from 12 shots on target, showcases his efficiency in front of goal. In midfield, Ludovic Régis Arsène Blas is a force to be reckoned with, having a rating of 6.90 and contributing 3 goals and an assist. Defensively, Adrien Maurice Truffert stands out with a rating of 6.92, providing stability at the back and also contributing to the attack with 1 goal and an assist.

Recent Form

LE Havre has had a mixed bag of results in their last five games, recording two wins and three losses. Their home form has been slightly better, with four wins out of nine games. Rennes mirrors their opponents in inconsistency, with two wins, two losses, and a draw in their last five outings. Both teams are neck and neck in the league standings, but Rennes holds a slight advantage in away form, managing to secure more draws on the road.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record provides little to separate the two sides, with their last encounter on August 27, 2023, ending in a 2-2 draw. This suggests that when these two teams meet, the margins are often razor-thin, and Sunday's match could follow a similar narrative.

Prediction

The prediction for this match leans towards Rennes, with a "win or draw" scenario being the most likely outcome. The double chance of a draw or Rennes victory seems to be a safe bet, considering both teams' recent form and the previous head-to-head result. The advice leans towards a low-scoring affair, as the goals prediction for both teams is under 2.5, indicating that defenses could be on top.

With 45% chances of a draw and another 45% leaning towards an away win, Rennes carries a total percentage chance of 52.2% to come away with something from this match, compared to LE Havre's 47.8%. The form guide also favors Rennes, with a form rating of 59% over LE Havre's 41%.

In conclusion, while LE Havre will look to leverage their home advantage and the attacking threats of players like Samuel Grandsir and Emmanuel Afriyie Mario Sabbi, Rennes’ slightly superior form and the quality of Arnaud Kalimuendo-Muinga and Ludovic Régis Arsène Blas could tip the scales in their favor. Expect a closely contested match, but Rennes might just edge it or hold LE Havre to another draw in this Ligue 1 encounter.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

38%
62%

Attacking Potential

50%
50%

Defensive Potential

36%
64%

Poisson Distribution

55%
45%

Stregth H2H

50%
50%

Goals H2H

50%
50%

Wins the game

47%
54%

LE Havre - Rennes Head to Head

Ligue 1 standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Paris Saint Germain players, news and schedule Paris Saint Germain 28 18 9 1 65 24 41 63
2 Stade Brestois 29 players, news and schedule Stade Brestois 29 28 15 8 5 41 23 18 53
3 Lille players, news and schedule Lille 28 13 10 5 42 25 17 49
4 Monaco players, news and schedule Monaco 27 14 7 6 52 38 14 49
5 Nice players, news and schedule Nice 28 12 8 8 28 22 6 44
6 Lens players, news and schedule Lens 28 12 7 9 37 30 7 43
7 Reims players, news and schedule Reims 28 11 7 10 35 36 -1 40
8 Marseille players, news and schedule Marseille 28 10 9 9 41 33 8 39
9 Rennes players, news and schedule Rennes 27 10 9 8 40 33 7 39
10 Lyon players, news and schedule Lyon 27 10 5 12 31 41 -10 35
11 Toulouse players, news and schedule Toulouse 28 8 9 11 32 36 -4 33
12 Strasbourg players, news and schedule Strasbourg 28 8 9 11 30 39 -9 33
13 Montpellier players, news and schedule Montpellier 28 8 9 11 35 40 -5 32
14 LE Havre players, news and schedule LE Havre 28 6 10 12 27 36 -9 28
15 Nantes players, news and schedule Nantes 27 8 4 15 26 42 -16 28
16 Lorient players, news and schedule Lorient 28 6 8 14 35 52 -17 26
17 Metz players, news and schedule Metz 28 6 5 17 28 48 -20 23
18 Clermont Foot players, news and schedule Clermont Foot 28 4 9 15 20 47 -27 21