Nantes vs Rennes Prediction: Both teams will score

The Stade de la Beaujoire will see Nantes host Rennes in the mouth-watering Ligue 1 fixture. Nantes will want to recover from two consecutive loss, hence will want to give a better account of themselves on the matchday. Rennes have also lost 3 of the last 5 matches played. Rennes seems to have a slight advantage and will want to complete the double over Nantes, however, recent losses are having a toll on their confidence. A safe bet will be to expect goals from both sides due to the attacking potential that will be on display. 

With 28 points accrued from 24 matches played, Nantes are in the 13th position and will be aiming to finish in the top half of the Ligue 1 table. With solid defensive play, Nantes have managed to avoid the relegation zone but the offensive players do not score enough goals to win the match. Nantes have conceded 29 goals from 24 matches played but have scored just 25 goals. 

Rennes is picking up form slowly as they have won their last 2 matches played. Rennes has won 11 (84%) of the 13 matches played at home but they have won just 2 (18) of the 11 matches played away from home. At home, Rennes has scored 30 goals but conceded 10 while 18 goals have been conceded away from home. It is therefore obvious that Rennes would have to improve their away form to help gain more points so they can move up the table. 

Both teams have not been consistent in the last couple of matches played, hence it will be safe to bet on a straight win for either side. However, both teams have attacking players that can score goals. Hence, BTTS is a safe bet. With offensive players on display comes more tackles, hence expect over 3.5 cards. Referee Pignard who will officiate the match averages 4.67 yellow cards per game this season.

Below are some safe expert bets to consider. 

• BTTS for 1.79 odds (betking);
• Under 2.5 goals for 1.816 odds (1xbet);
• Over 3.5 corner for 1.72 odd (bet365)