Match Analysis: Angers vs Rennes – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-31
- Time: 1:00 PM UTC
- Location: Stade Raymond Kopa, Angers, France
Game Overview
The Ligue 1 match between Angers and Rennes will take place at Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers. Rennes have a historically dominant record over Angers, winning 17 of their meetings compared to Angers' 3 wins and 5 draws. Rennes are unbeaten in the last six encounters (6 wins), showing a clear psychological edge. Angers have a decent defensive record recently, keeping clean sheets in several early season matches. The game is part of the opening rounds of the 2025/2026 Ligue 1 season.
Key Factors to Consider
- Angers have shown solid defensive form early in the season with multiple clean sheets but have scored only 5 goals in their last 5 matches. Rennes have been slightly more productive offensively with 6 goals in 5 matches and maintain an unbeaten streak against Angers for 6 matches. HervΓ© Koffi, Angers goalkeeper, leads in saves per match in Ligue 1, indicating a strong defensive presence. Rennes have creative players like Quentin Merlin who leads in big chances created.
- Rennes lead head-to-head with 17 wins to Angers' 3 and 5 draws historically. Rennes have not lost to Angers in their last 6 matches, winning all 6, which suggests a psychological advantage and tactical superiority.
- No specific injury information currently available for either team ahead of this fixture, but lineups will be confirmed closer to kickoff.
- The match is at Angers' home stadium, Stade Raymond Kopa, which could provide some advantage to Angers. However, Rennes' strong recent performances away and dominance in the fixture history might offset this.
- Both teams aim to gain early points in the league; however, Rennes' unbeaten recent run against Angers suggests they have an additional motivational edge to continue their dominance. Angers will be motivated to break this streak on home soil.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Angers: 240, Rennes: 112, Draw: 252 | Rennes win | β β β β β 75% |
| Spread | Angers: -101, Rennes: -119, line: 25 | Rennes -0.25 | β β β β β 70% |
| Over/under | Over 2.5: 104, Under 2.5: -124 | Under 2.5 goals | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Rennes 36% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.5 3% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Rennes at 36% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 31.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given Rennes' superior head-to-head record, current form, and slightly better offensive stats combined with their psychological edge, Rennes are favored to win but the match may be tightly contested due to Angers' defensive solidity at home.
Predicted Score: 0-1