Rennes vs Lyon: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 August

Betiball's prediction for Rennes vs Lyon on 18 August 2024 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Rennes vs Lyon preview before placing your bet.

Rennes vs Lyon: Starting Lineups Time : 18/08/2024 14:45

Rennes
3 - 0
Finished
Lyon
90+1' event Henrik Meister
87' event Henrik Meister / Albert Gronbaek
87' event Adrien Truffert / Alidu Seidu
81' event Santamaria Baptiste / Benjamin Bourigeaud
73' event Hans Hateboer / Lorenz Assignon
64' event Lorenz Assignon
42' event Leo Skiri Ostigard
21' event Amine Gouiri
19' event Benjamin Bourigeaud
event 86' Corentin Tolisso / Nemanja Matic
event 85' Mahamadou Diawara / Maxence Caqueret
event 85' Ainsley Maitland-Niles / Abner Vinicius Da Silva Santos
event 76' Mama Samba Balde / Ernest Nuamah
event 71' Georges Mikautadze
event 68' Malick Fofana / Orel Mangala
event 44' Duje Caleta-Car
90+1' event Henrik Meister
event 86' Corentin Tolisso / Nemanja Matic
87' event Henrik Meister / Albert Gronbaek
event 85' Mahamadou Diawara / Maxence Caqueret
87' event Adrien Truffert / Alidu Seidu
event 85' Ainsley Maitland-Niles / Abner Vinicius Da Silva Santos
81' event Santamaria Baptiste / Benjamin Bourigeaud
event 76' Mama Samba Balde / Ernest Nuamah
73' event Hans Hateboer / Lorenz Assignon
event 71' Georges Mikautadze
64' event Lorenz Assignon
event 68' Malick Fofana / Orel Mangala
42' event Leo Skiri Ostigard
event 44' Duje Caleta-Car
21' event Amine Gouiri
19' event Benjamin Bourigeaud
Rennes Rennes
Substitutions
#15 Hans Hateboer
#8 Santamaria Baptiste
#3 Adrien Truffert
#19 Henrik Meister
#1 Gauthier Gallon
#23 Warmed Omari
#17 Jordan James
#38 Djaoui Cisse
#41 Alan Do Marcolino
Rennes Rennes Lyon Lyon
22Shots16
8Shots on Goal2
13Fouls12
7Corner Kick7
12Free kick15
1Offside2
2Yellow card1
2Save5
22Successful Tackles22
10Interceptions11
21Long pass15
2Assist0
4Substitution5
10Shots off goal8
2Hit The Post0
4Blocked6
12Tackle12
6Dribbles6
10Throw-in26
420Passes453
92Attacks98
54Dangerous attacks60
1Corner Kicks(HT)1
Lyon Lyon
Substitutions
#11 Malick Fofana
#7 Mama Samba Balde
#98 Ainsley Maitland-Niles
#34 Mahamadou Diawara
#8 Corentin Tolisso
#1 Anthony Lopes
#20 Sael Kumbedi
#14 Adryelson Rodrigues
#9 Gift Emmanuel Orban
Commentary
90+1' Goal! Henrik Meister - Rennes
87' Rennes — substitution: Henrik Meister / Albert Gronbaek
87' Rennes — substitution: Adrien Truffert / Alidu Seidu
86' Lyon — substitution: Corentin Tolisso / Nemanja Matic
85' Lyon — substitution: Mahamadou Diawara / Maxence Caqueret
85' Lyon — substitution: Ainsley Maitland-Niles / Abner Vinicius Da Silva Santos
81' Rennes — substitution: Santamaria Baptiste / Benjamin Bourigeaud
76' Lyon — substitution: Mama Samba Balde / Ernest Nuamah
73' Rennes — substitution: Hans Hateboer / Lorenz Assignon
71' Penalty missed! Georges Mikautadze - Lyon
68' Lyon — substitution: Malick Fofana / Orel Mangala
64' Lorenz Assignon - Rennes receive a yellow card
44' Duje Caleta-Car - Lyon receive a yellow card
42' Leo Skiri Ostigard - Rennes receive a yellow card
21' Goal! Amine Gouiri - Rennes
19' Goal! Benjamin Bourigeaud - Rennes

How We Build the Rennes vs Lyon Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Rennes vs Lyon on 18 August 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Rennes vs Lyon Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Rennes's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Lyon's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Rennes and Lyon sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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