Rennes will take on Lorient in the Ligue 1 2022/23 season 1st round match. The game will be played at Roazhon Park (Rennes) and will kick off at 13:00 CET on Sunday, August 7th. Check out team news, predicted lineups, where to watch and our Rennes vs Lorient prediction for the same.
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Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction One – Rennes to win to Nil – 2.20.
Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction Two – Rennes to win both halves – 2.84.
Although some key players departed from Rennes, they still have a similar front three from the previous season.
Against Lorient, they are overwhelming favorites. Rennes have won 8 of their last 9 home league games. Moreover, Les Rennais have kept a clean sheet in 5 of their previous 6 matches against Lorient in all competitions.
The hosts have been winning at both half time and full time in 8 of their previous 9 home league games.
Moreover, they have been winning at both half time and full time in 5 of their last 6 home fixtures against Lorient in all competitions.
Rennes had another successful Ligue 1 campaign that saw them finish in fourth place. Their tally of 66 points, 20 home wins, and 82 goals scored was their best output in a French top division season.
Meanwhile, Les Rennais lost some key players this summer. Centre-back Nayef Aguerd was sold to West Ham, while young forward Mathys Tel has moved to Bayern Munich.
Although the signing of the experienced Steve Mandanda and Arthur Theate for a €19 million fee should ensure security in defence.
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On the other hand, Lorient have the same task as last season: to keep their place in the top flight.
Following the departure of manager Christophe Pelissier, Les Merlus announced the arrival of his replacement, Regis Le Bris.
Meanwhile, it’s worth mentioning that Lorient had the lowest away record last season, with a total of 12 points won away from home.
Centre-back Warmed Omari suffered from pubalgia and will not return to the pitch until October.
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For the guests, there are no reports of any injuries in the squad.
Rennes: Mandanda; Truffert, Theate, Rodon, Traore, Tait, Santamaria, Majer, Terrier, Laborde, Bourigeaud
Lorient: Mvogo; Kalulu, Laporte, Talbi, Goff, Abergel Innocent, Diarra, Lauriente, Kone, Moffi
The last match between these teams ended in a 5:0 win for Rennes in April 2022.
This fixture will be played at Roazhon Park (Rennes)
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