Lyon vs Rennes Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds
Get the latest Lyon vs Rennes prediction, projected lineups, and betting picks for this French Ligue 1 game, plus top odds and Same Game Parlay analysis.
Grayson Parker - September 19, 2026, 10:55 AM EDT
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Competition | French Ligue 1 |
|---|---|
Game Date | September 19, 2026 |
Game Time | 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Groupama Stadium |
Two unbeaten sides collide at Groupama Stadium as Lyon host Rennes in a French Ligue 1 clash that pits fifth against third in the early standings. This one has goals written all over it.
Lyon come in unbeaten in Ligue 1 with two wins and two ties, backed up by a midweek 2-1 win over Anderlecht in the Europa League. They sit fifth in the standings and remain dangerous at home.
Rennes have been just as tough, riding an unbeaten run with three straight wins and averaging two goals per game across their last five outings. They sit third and arrive full of belief.
The head-to-head makes a compelling case for goals. Lyon have seen over 2.5 goals in 9 of their last 10 games against Rennes in all competitions, and both clubs arrive in full scoring form.
Lyon vs Rennes Recent Results
Lyon are unbeaten in Ligue 1, banking two wins and two ties, and they carried that momentum into Europe with a 2-1 win over Anderlecht in the Europa League. Corentin Tolisso remains the man who makes them tick, and he has scored in each of his last three games against Rennes in Ligue 1. Sitting fifth in the standings, Les Gones are direct and stubborn at Groupama Stadium.
Rennes have flown out of the gate, winning their last three games and staying unbeaten across their last five while averaging two goals per game. They have won each of their last three Ligue 1 games by a one-goal margin, so they know how to close out tight ones. Estéban Lepaul has attempted 2+ shots in 4 of his last 4 Ligue 1 outings, giving Rennes a live threat up top.
Lyon vs Rennes Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Lyon: No injuries or suspensions reported. Lyon should have a fully fit squad to choose from.
Rennes: No injuries or suspensions reported. Rennes should also have a fully available squad this weekend.
Lyon
Lyon have a clean bill of health, with a fully fit squad available for this matchup. That gives them the freedom to line up in their preferred 4-2-3-1, with Corentin Tolisso pulling the strings in the middle and Lois Openda leading the line.
Rennes
Rennes are in the same boat, with no injuries or suspensions to work around and a fully available squad to pick from. Expect a 4-5-1 setup built around Valentin Rongier in midfield and Estéban Lepaul up top as the focal point of the attack.
Lyon vs Rennes Predicted Lineup
Lyon
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: D. Greif; A. Vinícius, F. Bacher, M. Niakhaté, Z. Athekame; M. Bidstrup, T. Morton; P. Sulc, C. Tolisso, E. Nuamah; L. Openda
Rennes
Formation: 4-5-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: B. Samba; A. Nagida, C. Cresswell, A. Rouault, P. Frankowski; M. A. Tamari, M. Camara, V. Rongier, A. Thomasson, L. Blas; E. Lepaul
Lyon vs Rennes Key Stats & Game Facts
- There have been 10+ shots on target in 5 of the last 5 games between Lyon and Rennes (Ligue 1).
- There have been 28+ shots taken in 4 of Rennes's last 4 games (Ligue 1).
- Rennes have received 2+ cards in 9 of their last 10 games vs Lyon (Ligue 1).
- Lyon have scored 2+ goals in 6 out of 9 games vs Rennes (Ligue 1).
- Adrien Thomasson has scored or assisted in 3 of their last 4 games (Ligue 1).
Lyon vs Rennes Prediction & Best Picks
Our Prediction
Home advantage tips this one Lyon's way. They are the favorites here, both sides are scoring freely, and with a projected total of 3.48 goals this shapes up as an open, high-scoring matchup. Our prediction is a 2-1 Lyon win with both teams finding the net.
Best Picks
Moussa Niakhate to record over 0.5 shots in the Player Shots market. Lyon's center back is a consistent aerial threat from attacking set pieces, and Rennes rank among the weaker sides when it comes to defending dead balls. With Lyon projected to push forward and Niakhaté routinely getting forward at corners, this is a prop that fits the game script neatly.
Arnaud Nordin to score anytime in the Anytime Goalscorer market. With projections calling for an open contest and a 67.93% implied probability of both teams scoring, Nordin is well-placed to cash in. He has scored in 2 of his last 3 appearances against Lyon in Ligue 1, which is a strong hit rate for an anytime goalscorer pick.
Lyon vs Rennes Same Game Parlay
Our four-leg Same Game Parlay leans into the goals: Corentin Tolisso to score anytime, Estéban Lepaul over 1.5 shots, over 1.5 total home goals, and both teams to score.
Tolisso is money in this matchup, having scored in each of his last three games against Rennes in Ligue 1, so anytime goalscorer is a natural first leg.
Lepaul is a shot machine right now, attempting 2+ shots in 4 of his last 4 Ligue 1 outings, which makes over 1.5 player shots a strong second leg.
Lyon are lethal at home against this opponent, having scored 2+ goals in 6 out of 9 games versus Rennes in Ligue 1, so over 1.5 total home goals fits.
Both teams have scored in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these sides in all competitions, so tacking on both teams to score rounds out a parlay built on a wide-open game.
At the time of writing, this Same Game Parlay pays a best price of +625 and is as short as +375 elsewhere. Choosing the best-priced book adds $25 to your return on a $10 stake compared to the shortest price available.
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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.
Lyon vs Rennes Talking Points
This is an early-season top-half showdown, and both clubs walk in unbeaten in Ligue 1 while juggling midweek Europa League duty. Lyon's edge is their creativity and set-piece punch, and with Corentin Tolisso in the kind of scoring groove that has produced goals in three straight against Rennes, they have the sharper cutting edge at home. Rennes will counter with pace out wide and a heavy shot volume, having racked up 28+ shots in four straight Ligue 1 games, but their discipline is a red flag, having picked up 2+ cards in 9 of their last 10 against Lyon. Expect an open, physical, goal-heavy affair.
Lyon vs Rennes Predictions FAQs
When does the Lyon vs Rennes game kick off?
The Lyon vs Rennes game is scheduled to kick off on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT.
Where is the Lyon vs Rennes game being played?
The game will take place at Groupama Stadium.
What are the projected starting lineups for Lyon vs Rennes?
Lyon are projected to deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation featuring D. Greif, C. Tolisso, and L. Openda. Rennes are expected to line up in a 4-5-1 shape led by B. Samba, V. Rongier, and E. Lepaul.
What is the score prediction for Lyon vs Rennes?
Projections favor Lyon to secure a 2-1 victory over Rennes in a competitive French Ligue 1 game.
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