Rennes vs Lyon Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Aug 2024

Over 2.5 Goals the Most Likely Outcome

There’s a reasonable prospect that three goals or more will be scored when Rennes go up against Lyon. On this basis, we’ll side with Over 2.5 on the Total Goals market and the odds of -125 are really appealing.

3-2 Win for Rennes in Pair’s Last Meeting

Rennes were beaten in their last game. On their travels, they suffered a 2-1 loss against Reims at Stade Auguste Delaune. They enjoyed 65% possession and had five shots on target, while Fabian Rieder bagged the only goal.

Lyon won their previous game, beating Strasbourg at home. It was a 2-1 win at Groupama Stadium. They boasted 64% possession and had six shots on goal, with Alexandre Lacazette finding the net twice.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was Rennes who came out on top when they last played Lyon. At Groupama Stadium, a 3-2 win was recorded. Looking at the past 10 H2H meetings, there has been one draw. Rennes have won six games and Lyon three.

Ligue 1		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
8	Lyon	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
16	Rennes	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0

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Rennes have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.7 goals from 5.2 shots on goal and 14.0 attempts. They have averaged 53.5% possession, 469.4 passes and 5.0 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.7 goals from 4.7 shots on goal, 9.3 attempts and 3.9 corners.

Arnaud Kalimuendo-Muinga leads the way with 5 goals, Benjamin Bourigeaud has 3, with Amine Gouiri and Martin Terrier scoring 2. Benjamin Bourigeaud is the leading assists maker on 3, with goalkeeper Steve Mandanda keeping 2 clean sheets.

Lyon have won 8, lost 1 and drawn 1, with an average of 2.4 goals from 14.7 attempts and 5.9 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 53.0% possession, 498.5 passes, 5.8 corners awarded and 4.9 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 1.7 goals from 13.1 attempts and 4.8 shots on goal.

Alexandre Lacazette is the leading scorer with 7 goals, followed by Malick Fofana on 3, with Said Benrahma and two others bagging 2. Said Benrahma, Rayan Cherki and Mama Balde are top assists providers with 3, while Anthony Lopes has recorded 2 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Rennes confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Steve Mandanda (GK), Lorenz Assignon, Leo Oestigard, Christopher Wooh, Alidu Seidu, Benjamin Bourigeaud, Azor Matusiwa, Glen Kamara, Albert Groenbaek, Ludovic Blas, Amine Gouiri.

Lyon confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Lucas Perri (GK), Clinton Mata, Duje Caleta-Car, Moussa Niakhate, Abner, Maxence Caqueret, Nemanja Matic, Orel Mangala, Ernest Nuamah, Georges Mikautadze, Said Benrahma.

Rennes vs Lyon Prediction & Betting Tips

The latest stats suggest that we’ll see a number of goals being scored during this Ligue 1 clash. If you agree with this verdict, you can secure a price of -125 when it comes to betting on Over 2.5 Goals.

Getting the lowdown on injuries and studying the form guide are important duties ahead of making football picks. We also place great emphasis on the stats and a data-led approach can be effective.

Key Rennes vs Lyon league stats:

• The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Rennes games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Rennes games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Lyon games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Lyon games.

Over 2.5 Probability

The betting sites are estimating that there is a 55.6% likelihood of this pick landing a return. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success between 60-65%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Rennes 2 - 2 Lyon

Our prediction for the correct score is for the teams to play out a 2-2 draw and this is available at +1200. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.

Rennes vs Lyon Odds

The bookies have priced up the Full-Time Result betting odds and Rennes are +130 to land a Ligue 1 home victory, while Lyon are +200 to win on the road. The draw is trading at +250 should you think the clash will end all square.

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Full-Time Result

1

+130

X

+250

2

+200

Half-Time Result

1

+187.5

X

+120

2

+250

Double Chance

1X

-275

12

-350

X2

-175

Draw No Bet

1

-163

2

+120

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

+105

2 Hcp +0.25

-114

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-110

Over 2.5

-110

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-150

No

+110

Rennes vs Lyon Lineups & Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date Rennes vs OL team news.

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