Ligue 1 - PSG VS Rennes Prediction

Ligue 1 - PSG VS Rennes
Match Time: 28-09-2024 03:00 Saturday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Paris Saint-Germain is aiming to bounce back after a 1-1 draw against Reims. Despite going behind early, they managed to equalize through Ousmane Dembele. Under the guidance of Luis Enrique, PSG remains unbeaten across all competitions this season and has shown solid form, especially at home. However, they face some injury concerns with players like Marco Asensio, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Presnel Kimpembe, Lucas Hernandez, and Goncalo Ramos sidelined. Despite these setbacks, PSG is expected to field a strong lineup, with Dembele likely starting after his impactful performance off the bench.

Rennes has been a challenging opponent for PSG in recent encounters, but they have had a shaky start to the season. With two wins and two losses in their opening five Ligue 1 matches, they lack consistency. Their recent 1-1 draw with Lens, where they conceded a late equalizer, highlights their vulnerabilities. Injuries to Andres Gomes and Dogan Alemdar weaken their squad, but Arnaud Kalimuendo remains a key player, having scored in the last two Ligue 1 fixtures.

Head-to-Head
In the last eight meetings between PSG and Rennes, both teams have won three times, with two draws. PSG has the upper hand in recent encounters, including a 1-0 victory in a Coupe de France match in April at the Parc des Princes.

Prediction
PSG is favored to win despite Rennes' reputation as a tricky opponent. Given PSG's attacking prowess and Rennes' inconsistent form, the match could see over 3.5 goals. A win for PSG with both teams scoring is also a plausible outcome. Ousmane Dembele, finding form with three goals in his last two matches, is a player to watch and is likely to score again. The anticipated result is a PSG victory, potentially with a scoreline reflecting their offensive capabilities.

Pick: Over 3.5 goals