Rennes vs Olympiacos prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, November 4, 2026
On November 4, 2026, Rennes and Olympiacos will face each other in the fourth round of the Europa League league phase. Both teams will be determined to fight for victory.
Rennes vs Olympiacos team news and expert analysis
The club from the "Stade de la Route de Lorient" fought to return to the leading quartet in 2025/2026. However, they ultimately fell just short against their rivals, finishing sixth. They are currently holding a similar position, winning most of their matches. The team from Piraeus recently won the Conference League and claimed the Super League title, but in the spring they surrendered top spot to neighbours AEK. The battle for first place is still wide open, with fierce competition in the league.
In the Europa League, the French side began with a draw against Sturm. However, they went on to beat OFI, albeit by a narrow 2-1 margin. In the latest round, they also shared the points with Juventus, playing out a 2-2 draw.
The Greeks began in the Champions League. However, they disappointed there, losing to their very first opponent, debutants NAC: 0-0 and 1-2. In the autumn, though, they have won both against Jagiellonia and even Marseille, with the latter victory coming away from home! They also took maximum points against Sparta Prague at home, needing just one goal to win 1-0.
Previous meetings: Rennes vs Olympiacos
This will be the first meeting between the teams.
The hosts are in decent form. We are backing them to win, but with a "0" handicap (odds – 1.62).
Rennes vs Olympiacos: key statistics and trends
- Rennes have not lost in the competition
- Rennes score an average of 2.22 goals and concede 2.11 goals per match
- Both teams score in 67% of Rennes matches, with an average total of 4.33 goals per match
- Olympiacos have won twice in the Europa League
- Olympiacos score an average of 1.67 goals and concede 0.44 goals per match
- Both teams score in 22% of Olympiacos matches, with an average total of 2.11 goals per match
Rennes vs Olympiacos: possible starting line-ups
Rennes play in a 1-4-3-3 formation (possible line-up): Samba — Frankowski, Cresswell, Aït Boudlal, Nagida — Szymański, Kamara, Rongier — Blas, Lepaul, Tamari
Olympiacos play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible line-up): Ortega — Saliakas, Retsos, Pirola, Onyemaechi — Puerta, Hezze — Jota Silva, Chiquinho, Gelson Martins — Yaremchuk
Place your bet on the upcoming match and follow the team's performance in the Europa League standings