Match Analysis and Prediction: Reims vs Rennes
Date and time: 01 Sep 2024 at 15:00 UTC
Referee: Mathieu Vernice
Stadium: Stade Auguste Delaune
Location: Reims, France
Recent Form and Performances
Reims:
Reims has showcased a blend of results in their recent matches:
– A 2-2 away draw with Marseille.
– A 2-0 home defeat to Lille.
– In friendlies, they recorded a 3-1 win against Auxerre and a 2-2 draw against Auxerre in a different meeting.
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Rennes:
Rennes has also had a mix of results recently:
– A significant 3-1 away loss to Strasbourg.
– A 3-0 home win over Lyon.
– In friendlies, they managed wins like 1-0 against Werder Bremen and a 2-0 win against Real Sociedad, but faced a 3-0 loss to Guingamp.
Head-to-Head (H2H)
Recent encounters between Reims and Rennes have been competitive:
– The latest match on 19th May 2024 saw Reims win 2-1 at home.
– Rennes won 3-1 at home on 26th November 2023.
– Another 3-0 win for Rennes at home on 15th April 2023.
– A 3-1 win for Reims at home on 29th December 2022.
Predicted Lineups and Key Players
Reims (4-3-3 formation):
– Goalkeeper: Yehvann Diouf (94)
– Defenders: Nhoa Sangui (55), Emmanuel Agbadou (24), Joseph Okumu (2), Maxime Busi (4)
– Midfielders: Marshall Munetsi (15), Valentin Atangana (6), Yaya Kader Fofana (71)
– Forwards: Keito Nakamura (17), Oumar Diakite (22), Junya Ito (7)
Key Players to Watch: Yaya Kader Fofana (1 goal, 1 shot on target), Keito Nakamura (1 shot on target), Sergio Akieme (1 goal).
Rennes (4-3-3 formation):
– Goalkeeper: Steve Mandanda (30)
– Defenders: Alidu Seidu (36), Christopher Wooh (4), Leo Østigård (55), Lorenz Assignon (22)
– Midfielders: Adrien Truffert (3), Albert Grønbæk (7), Azor Matusiwa (6)
– Forwards: Ludovic Blas (11), Amine Gouiri (10), Glen Kamara (28)
Key Players to Watch: Ludovic Blas (1 goal, 4 shots on target), Amine Gouiri (1 goal, 4 shots on target), Benjamin Bourigeaud (1 goal).
Strengths and Considerations
Reims’ Strengths:
– Home advantage at Stade Auguste Delaune.
– Strong offensive prospects with players like Junya Ito and Keito Nakamura.
– Recent positive results, including a draw against Marseille.
Rennes’ Strengths:
– Impressive performances with significant wins like the 3-0 win against Lyon.
– Key forward players like Ludovic Blas and Amine Gouiri in good form.
– Solid defensive strategies with experienced defenders like Leo Østigård and Alidu Seidu.
Considerations:
– Reims’ ability to leverage home support to their advantage.
– Rennes’ mixed away form but strong historical performance against Reims in some matches.
– Historical matchups indicate competitiveness with both teams securing home and away wins.
Predicted Score and Outcome
Considering both teams’ current form, recent performances, and historical head-to-head results, a balanced prediction seems likely with both teams having strengths to draw upon.
Predicted Result: Reims 1-2 Rennes
Potential Goal Scorers:
– Reims: Keito Nakamura
– Rennes: Ludovic Blas, Amine Gouiri
(Note: These predictions are based on available data and trends, but actual match outcomes depend on various factors like player performances on match day and tactical decisions.)
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