In this exciting Ligue 1 clash, Auxerre will host Rennes at their home ground, aiming to build on their positive home form after a spirited 2-2 draw with Olympique Lyon. The newcomers have impressed at their home venue and will be looking for their fourth home win of the season. With Hamed Junior Traore potentially sidelined due to injury, Ado Onaiwu is expected to step into a more central role in the midfield.
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Rennes, meanwhile, will be motivated by their recent hard-fought 1-0 victory over Le Havre. However, their form has been inconsistent when playing away, and with Alidu Seidu out due to suspension and midfielder Henrik Meister still in recovery, Julien Stephan’s side may find it challenging to secure a win on the road.
Auxerre vs Rennes Important H2H Stats
This clash at Stade de l’Abbé Deschamps brings together Auxerre and Rennes for another Ligue 1 encounter, with both teams showing a history of competitive matches. In their last head-to-head on March 11, 2023, the game ended in a 0-0 draw, indicating how closely matched these sides can be.
For Auxerre, controlling Rennes’ top scorer Ludovic Blas, who has 3 goals this season, will be crucial. Conversely, Rennes must pay close attention to Gaëtan Perrin, who leads Auxerre in assists with 3, making him a key playmaker. Both teams will also need to monitor discipline, as Auxerre’s Jubal and Rennes’ A. Seidu have the highest card counts for their teams, with 3 and 4 cards, respectively.
Auxerre tends to find the net early, with 30.8% of their goals scored between the 15th and 30th minutes, while Rennes is most vulnerable during the same timeframe, conceding 30.8% of their goals then. Auxerre’s average possession rate of 46.11% compared to Rennes’ 47.44% suggests both teams favor a balanced approach. In terms of corners, Auxerre averages 4.33 per match, while Rennes has been more active with an average of 6.22 corners.
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Both teams have shown consistent “Both Teams to Score” (BTTS) statistics, with both sides seeing BTTS in 66.67% of their matches this season.
Auxerre Vs Rennes Season Stats
| Performance Summary | Auxerre | Rennes |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 3 | 3 |
| Home Wins | 3 | 3 |
| Away Wins | 0 | 0 |
| Total Draws | 1 | 2 |
| Home Draws | 0 | 1 |
| Away Draws | 1 | 1 |
| Total Lost | 5 | 4 |
| Home Losses | 1 | 1 |
| Away Losses | 4 | 3 |
| Total Goals For | 13 | 13 |
| Home Goals For | 7 | 9 |
| Away Goals For | 6 | 4 |
| Total Goals Against | 18 | 12 |
| Home Goals Against | 5 | 3 |
| Away Goals Against | 13 | 9 |
| Total Clean Sheet | 1 | 3 |
| Home Clean Sheet | 1 | 3 |
| Away Clean Sheet | 0 | 0 |
| Total Failed To Score | 2 | 0 |
| Home Failed To Score | 1 | 0 |
| Away Failed To Score | 1 | 0 |
| Total Av Goals Scored | 1.44 | 1.44 |
| Home Av Goals Scored | 1.75 | 1.8 |
| Away Av Goals Scored | 1.2 | 1 |
| Total Av Goals Conceded | 2 | 1.33 |
| Home Av Goals Conceded | 1.25 | 0.6 |
| Away Av Goals Conceded | 2.6 | 2.25 |
| Total 1st Goal Scored | 34m | 40m |
| Home 1st Goal Scored | 28m | 26m |
| Away 1st Goal Scored | 39m | 58m |
| Total 1st Goal Conceded | 39m | 41m |
| Home 1st Goal Conceded | 38m | 37m |
| Away 1st Goal Conceded | 40m | 48m |
| Goals Scoring Minutes | Auxerre | Rennes |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 0 (0%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| 15-30 | 4 (30.8%) | 4 (30.8%) |
| 30-45 | 2 (15.4%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| 45-60 | 3 (23.1%) | 3 (23.1%) |
| 60-75 | 3 (23.1%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| 75-90 | 1 (7.7%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| Goals Conceded Minutes | Auxerre | Rennes |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 3 (16.7%) | 1 (8.3%) |
| 15-30 | 3 (16.7%) | 3 (25%) |
| 30-45 | 1 (5.6%) | 1 (8.3%) |
| 45-60 | 2 (11.1%) | 4 (33.3%) |
| 60-75 | 4 (22.2%) | 1 (8.3%) |
| 75-90 | 5 (27.8%) | 2 (16.7%) |
| Combined Match Stats | Auxerre | Rennes |
|---|---|---|
| Attacks | 839 | 937 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 404 | 441 |
| Av Possession Percent | 46.11 | 47.44 |
| Fouls | 111 | 118 |
| Av Fouls Per Game | 12.33 | 13.11 |
| Offside | 17 | 10 |
| Red Cards | 2 | 0 |
| Yellow Cards | 22 | 19 |
| Shots Blocked | 24 | 27 |
| Shots Off Target | 46 | 53 |
| Av Shots Off Target | 5.11 | 5.89 |
| Shots On Target | 42 | 46 |
| Av Shots On Target | 4.67 | 5.11 |
| Total Corners | 39 | 56 |
| Av Corners | 4.33 | 6.22 |
| BTTS | 66.67 | 66.67 |
| Av Player Rating Per Match | 6.85 | 6.83 |
| Tackles | 173 | 176 |
| Total Match Goals Percentages | Auxerre | Rennes | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Away | Home | Away | |
| Over 0.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Over 1.5 | 100 | 100 | 80 | 100 |
| Over 2.5 | 100 | 80 | 60 | 75 |
| Over 3.5 | 0 | 80 | 0 | 50 |
| Over 4.5 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
| Over 5.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 1.5 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Under 2.5 | 0 | 20 | 40 | 25 |
| Under 3.5 | 100 | 20 | 100 | 50 |
| Under 4.5 | 100 | 80 | 100 | 100 |
| Under 5.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
Prediction: Auxerre vs Rennes
This fixture promises to be a competitive encounter, with both Auxerre and Rennes showcasing resilient performances in recent matches. Auxerre comes into this game with solid home form, aiming to secure another win and maintain their momentum after recent positive results. Rennes, on the other hand, is fresh off a narrow victory and is looking to build consistency away from home.
Auxerre’s early-scoring tendency, particularly in the 15-30 minute range, aligns well with Rennes’ defensive vulnerability in the same timeframe, potentially giving the hosts an edge in the early stages. However, Rennes’ experience and ability to create scoring opportunities, reflected in their higher average corners, mean they could pose a challenge throughout the game, especially on the counterattack.
Given the teams’ head-to-head history and comparable strengths, a close contest is likely, with each side having the capability to score. Therefore, a 1-1 draw seems probable, with both teams finding the net but ultimately sharing the points.