Rennes vs PSG prediction: team news, lineups, expert analysis
In the first round of France's Ligue 1 on August 23, 2026, a match will take place between PSG and Rennes. The visitors will try to surprise the favorites.
PSG vs Rennes: Team News and Expert Analysis
The Parisian giants achieved a long-awaited goal in the 2024/2025 season by finally winning the Champions League. They then continued their winning streak in other competitions. Only in the cup did they exit early, but they claimed all other possible trophies. This included another Champions League title, winning the final against Arsenal on penalties. They also recently won the UEFA Super Cup, 2-1. However, in the French Super Cup against Lens, it seemed motivation was lacking—they lost 0-1.
The team from "Stade de la Route de Lorient" managed to improve by returning to the European competition zone, finishing sixth. However, they collected 59 points, the same as Marseille, while Lyon rounded out the top four with 60. As a result, Rennes will have to settle for only the Europa League.
PSG continued to dominate domestically—scoring an average of 2.18 goals per game while conceding just 0.85. Franck Haise’s men finished the 2025/2026 season with a positive record: 1.74 goals scored and 1.47 conceded per match.
Previous Matches: Rennes vs PSG
The champions recorded five wins and one draw. However, in February they lost 1-3 away.
Title holders often have a slow start to the season. But after the Super Cup defeat, they will be eager to bounce back—we expect a "Parisians" victory (odds – 1.60).
Rennes vs PSG: Key Stats and Trends
- PSG have won only one of their last six matches in regular time
- Rennes have lost three matches in a row
Rennes vs PSG: Probable Starting Lineups
Rennes are expected to use a 1-4-1-4-1 formation (probable lineup): Belazzoug – Nagida, Rouault, Ait Boudlal, Frankowski – Thomasson – Kamara, Szymanski, Norden, Blas – Lepaul
PSG are likely to adopt a 1-4-3-3 formation (probable lineup): Safonov – Digne, Pacho, Zabarnyi, Hakimi – Beraldo, Vitinha, Zaïre-Emery – Kvaratskhelia, Akliouche, Doué
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