Ligue 1 Round 28 has a cracker as Stade Rennes host Auxerre on April 6, 2025, in a drama guaranteed match. Rennes are still reeling from having been put to the sword 4-0 by Auxerre in an earlier match this season—this is what specialists refer to as a wake-up call! Now, at a vibrant Roazhon Park, can Habib Beye's troops turn the tables around? Rennes have recently dismissed Angers 3-0, but their roller-coaster performance is keeping the fans up. Meanwhile, 10th-placed Auxerre, comfortably ensconced there, aren't to be underestimated—off the back of a gritty 1-0 win over Montpellier, they're seeking out another scalp. Will Rennes' fortress of a home prove impenetrable, or can road warrior Auxerre spring another surprise? Injuries, star men, and a juicy head-to-head record only increase the tension. Tune in as we analyze the form, tip the men to watch, and dish out tips for a potentially sweeter weekend!
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Rennes are like that pal who's brilliant one night and garbage the next. Their last six—WWLLW—is testament: two wins, two losses, and then a 3-0 demolition job on Angers at the weekend. Arnaud Kalimuendo netted a brace, Ismaël Koné made it a third, and with 59% possession, 6 shots on goal, and 5 corners, they bossed it. But consistency? That's their downfall—10 victories, 2 draws, and 15 defeats this term cry mid-table chaos. Habib Beye's injury headache: Ludovic Blas, Dogan Alemdar, Alidu Seidu, and Andrés Goméz are missing, so the team is short.
They also have Brice Samba between the sticks—11 clean sheets this term make him an immovable object to behold. Their xG for this fixture is a delicious 1.99, so it should be some sort of firework show. Rennes have a home battle, but their streak of under 4.5 cards in 5 of 6 games suggests that they're not very dirty. Strengths? That battering buzz when it all falls into place. Weaknesses? They've got more holes than a Swiss cheese—15 defeats don't lie. If Samba tightens up and Kalimuendo stays hot, they've got a shot. But since that 4-0 Auxerre abomination, the lads owe the fans a turn of performances. Pub rumour's split: some think they'll come good, others sense another gaffe. Either way, it's not dull!
Auxerre
Auxerre are the feisty underdogs you can't help but root for. Their form—WLWDW—speaks of determination, and their 1-0 win over Montpellier recently is proof they have bottle. Florian Ayé's lone strike, 53% possession, 9 corners, and 6 shots on target had punters nodding in approval. 10th in the table with 9 wins, 8 draws, and 10 losses, they're punching above their weight.
Christophe Pélissier's squad miss Lasso Coulibaly to injury, but Gaëtan Perrin is the jewel—the fire in their belly—8 goals and 7 assists this season. Their 1.02 xG on this one entails they'll have to be efficient, but they're on strong runs: undefeated in 3, under 2.5 goals in 4 of last 5, and scoring the opener in 5 of the last 7. And disciplined, too—are under 4.5 cards in 8 of last 10—and win it tight up, with under 10.5 corners in 8 of last 10.
Strengths? They are hard to bypass and lethal counter-attacking. Weaknesses? That attack can fizzle—10 losses show they’re not invincible. Perrin’s the man to watch; if he’s on it, Rennes’ backline could be toast. Auxerre’s road form is patchy, but that 4-0 spanking of Rennes earlier this season has the faithful dreaming of a repeat. Over a pint, you’d hear: “They’ve got the nous to nick it, but can they handle the pressure? " It's an appropriate test of their mettle!
Head to Head
History favors Auxerre with 27 victories to Rennes' 15 and 11 draws in 53 encounters. The most recent installment? A 4-0 rout by Auxerre on November 3, 2024—Rennes supporters still cringe about that one. Previous encounters enjoy a low-scoring atmosphere—under 2.5 goals in 5 of 7—and they're spotless as a whistle, with under 4.5 cards in all 10 recent encounters. That 4-0 was the exception, mind; this feud's normally closer. Rennes will seek revenge at home, but Auxerre's got the psychological advantage. Look for a cagey battle—could go either way, but Auxerre's got the bragging rights for now.
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Expert Betting Tips
Under 10 Corners (1.72) – Auxerre's under 10.5 corners in 8 of 10, and Rennes' 5 last game won't ignite a set-piece bonanza. These two keep it tight—no corner-fest on the cards.
Auxerre or Draw (1.996) – Auxerre went unbeaten in 3 and routed Rennes 4-0 last time out. Rennes are fragile at home—15 losses this season—and short of key lads. This one is written in the cards for a stalemate, or at least a reversal. Delicious value.
Under 2.5 Goals (1.949) – A closely contested game is both sides' preference. Auxerre's under 2.5 sequence in 4 of 5, and 5 of 7 head-to-heads, indicates low-scoring. Rennes' attack can flex (xG 1.99), but Auxerre's grittiness (xG 1.02) can hold 'em up. Home from home.
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