Rennes - Lorient

Regular Season - 24
Kickoff: 2024-03-03 15:05

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Rennes - Lorient Predictions

Prediction: Rennes or draw
Best odds: 1.11

As the Ligue 1 season heats up, Rennes is set to lock horns with Lorient at Roazhon Park this Sunday. With predictions leaning towards a home side advantage, the question on every fan's mind is whether Rennes will capitalize on their recent winning streak or if Lorient will defy the odds and secure a much-needed victory.

Key Players

Rennes has shown a formidable performance at home this season, and much of that success can be attributed to their midfield maestro, Ludovic Régis Arsène Blas. With an impressive rating of 6.87, Blas has been pivotal in both defense and attack, contributing 3 goals and a key pass tally of 9. His ability to transition play has been crucial for Rennes' build-up play.

Leading the attack is Arnaud Kalimuendo-Muinga, with a rating of 6.88. Kalimuendo-Muinga has found the back of the net 5 times this season, and his sharpshooting skills will be vital against Lorient's defense.

Defensively, Adrien Maurice Truffert has stood out with a 6.89 rating, contributing 2 assists from the back and proving to be a significant threat on set pieces.

Lorient, on the other hand, will be relying on their defensive stalwart, Benjamin Mendy, to keep the opposition at bay. Despite a lower rating of 6.45, Mendy's experience could be key in organizing the backline and thwarting Rennes' attacks.

In the midfield, Julien Ponceau, with a 6.74 rating, has shown his worth with a goal and an assist to his name. His vision and passing accuracy will be essential to create scoring opportunities for Lorient.

Lastly, Eli Junior Eric Anat Kroupi has been a revelation in the midfield, with a rating of 6.78. Contributing 4 goals and 3 assists, Kroupi's performance could be the deciding factor in this encounter.

Recent Form

Rennes enters the match on a high, with a remarkable string of five consecutive wins in their last games. Sitting at 7th in the league with 34 points, they have a positive goal difference of +8 and a strong home record, winning 6 out of 12 matches at Roazhon Park.

Lorient, positioned at 15th with 22 points, has a less impressive recent form, with two wins, two losses, and one draw in their last five matches. Their goal difference stands at a concerning -12, indicating a struggle in both scoring and defending.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record, however, tells a different story. Lorient has come out on top in the last three encounters, with the most recent match on October 22, 2023, ending in a 2-1 victory for Lorient. The previous two matches also saw Lorient as victors, with identical 2-1 scores favoring the away team.

Prediction

Despite the head-to-head history, predictions suggest a different outcome for the upcoming match. With a 45% chance of winning and another 45% leaning towards a draw, Rennes is favored to either win or secure a point. The prediction model also gives Rennes a higher form rating of 60% compared to Lorient's 40%, further cementing their status as favorites.

The advice for this match is a "Double chance: Rennes or draw," reflecting the home team's recent form and overall performance. With key players like Ludovic Régis Arsène Blas, Arnaud Kalimuendo-Muinga, and Adrien Maurice Truffert expected to make significant impacts, Rennes seems poised to continue their winning ways.

In conclusion, while Lorient has had the upper hand in recent head-to-head matchups, Rennes' current form and home advantage are too strong to ignore. The final prediction leans towards a Rennes win or a draw, with a low likelihood of Lorient upsetting the odds. Fans can anticipate an exciting match with Rennes likely to either extend their winning streak or at least maintain their unbeaten run at Roazhon Park.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

57%
43%

Attacking Potential

50%
50%

Defensive Potential

55%
45%

Poisson Distribution

70%
30%

Stregth H2H

40%
60%

Goals H2H

62%
38%

Wins the game

56%
44%

Rennes - Lorient 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