Rennes vs Lyon: Predictions Preview, Lineups, H2h for September 15, 2025

On Sunday, September 14, Rennes will face Lyon in a Ligue 1 match during the fourth round. The game starts at 20:45 CET, and here’s a betting tip for this match.

Rennes vs Lyon: match preview

Rennes has had a shaky start to the season. They narrowly defeated Marseille 1-0 despite being down to ten players from the 31st minute, scoring the winner in stoppage time. In their second game, they again played with ten men against Lorient, conceding four goals without scoring. Their third match ended in a draw against Angers. Last season, Rennes finished 13th in the league, and currently, they are sitting in tenth place after three games.

Lyon aimed for a UEFA Champions League spot last season, finishing with 57 points from 34 matches, just missing out on fourth place. This season has started well for them: they won their opening match against Lens 1-0, defeated Metz 3-0 in the second round, and narrowly beat Marseille 1-0 with a late goal. They have a perfect nine points after three matches and a goal difference of 5:0. Only Lyon and PSG have won all their matches so far.

Match facts and H2H

• Rennes has only won one of their last six matches.
• Lyon has won their last four games.
• Lyon has scored in each of their last seven matches.
• Lyon is the only team yet to concede a goal this season.
• In their last encounter, Lyon won 4-1 against Rennes.

Probable lineups

• Rennes: Samba; Rouault, Jaquet, Brassier; Frankowski, Blas, Rongier, S. Fofana, Merlin; Embolo, Lepaul
• Lyon: Decamps; Maitland-Niles, Mata, Niahate, Abner; Tessmann, Morton; Sulk, Merah, M. Fofana; Tolisso

Prediction

Lyon has had a strong start to this Ligue 1 season, in contrast to Rennes. While they will face a tough game, it’s likely Lyon will not lose. Therefore, betting on Lyon to avoid defeat is a good option.