Lyon vs Rennes prediction and betting tips on April 26, 2025
Game Prediction
In the 31st round of French Ligue 1, a match between Lyon and Rennes will take place on April 26, 2025. The home team is fighting for the runner-up spot and is confident of victory against the unmotivated mid-table opponent.
Our Prediction for Lyon vs Rennes
The "Olympique Lyonnais" club managed to significantly improve over the course of last season. As a result, they not only escaped the threat of relegation in the second half of the season—which was quite a real danger—but also beat Lens for sixth place. Their current opponent has earned seven points fewer, for a total of 46, finishing outside the European competition spots in tenth place.
Lyon's recent hero, Pierre Sage, was dismissed in winter after a downturn in results. His successor, Paulo Fonseca, is suspended until the end of autumn due to his aggression towards a referee and cannot attend matches. Nevertheless, he has been effective: in the Europa League, the French side were dramatically knocked out in the quarterfinals, even though they led 4-2 until the 114th minute! However, in the league, they are mainly picking up wins. On the other hand, they lost to Saint-Étienne in the last round. Rennes has also made progress after changing coaches, at least pulling away from the danger zone—and managed to beat Nantes in the previous round.
Mikautadze and his teammates average nearly two goals per match. At the same time, they concede a significant number—1.37 on average. Notably, the visitors, although sitting in the lower half of the table, also have a positive goal ratio—1.55 scored per game to 1.33 conceded.
Lyon vs Rennes: Key Stats and Trends
- Lyon has won seven of its last ten league matches
- 63% of Lyon's matches end with both teams scoring and the average total goals per match is 3.3
- Rennes has won three of its last four games
- 43% of Rennes' matches end with both teams scoring and the average total goals per match is 2.83
Lyon vs Rennes: Probable Starting Lineups
Lyon (probable lineup): Lucas Perri – Tagliafico, Niakhaté, Mata, Maitland-Niles – Akouokou, Tolisso, Veretout, Almada – Cherki, Mikautadze
Rennes (probable lineup): Samba – Brassier, Ruo, Jaquet – Truffert, Fofana, Cisse, Matusiwa, Assignon – Kalimuendo, Al-Tamari
Previous Matches: Lyon vs Rennes
Rennes won both of the latest encounters in 2024, both away and at home.
Free Prediction for Lyon vs Rennes
The hosts are seen as clear favorites. However, the visitors have come alive as well, so the best bet here is on "over 3.0 total goals" (odds – 1.85).
Place your bets on the upcoming match and follow your team's standing in the Ligue 1 table.