Rennes vs Lyon Predictions

• Rennes won just one of their final five home Ligue 1 matches last season
• Lyon have won eight of their last nine away games in all competitions
• The visitors edged to a 1-0 victory in this meeting in November

Les Gones can start strong in Rennes

After a turbulent start to last season saw Lyon flirting with relegation, the seven-time Ligue 1 champions found form to finish fifth and they could continue their impressive form when they travel to Rennes this weekend.

Les Gones are tipped to challenge for the title after perennial champions PSG lost star striker Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid and a run of seven wins from their final nine matches across all competitions last season could see the visitors start this campaign strong.

Rennes were less impressive in the latter stages of the season as Julien Stephan’s side won two of their final nine matches across league and cup obligations, losing six including three of their last five at Roazhon Park.

The hosts have scored in each of their last 13 competitive home fixtures and Les Rennais will be expected to hit the target this weekend. However, the visitors have won eight of their last nine on the road and should show their qualities once more, with a 2-1 away win showing some appeal.