Rennes-Montpellier

Rennes locks horns with Montpellier in what promises to be an exciting clash. Recent history slightly leans in Rennes’ favor, with the home side also winning their last encounter against Montpellier. Rennes have shown mixed form, displaying solid performances at home but struggling on the road as seen in their recent losses to Reims and Strasbourg. Montpellier, on the other hand, have had their own struggles, particularly evident in their heavy loss to PSG and the defeat at the hands of Nantes.

Both teams have the propensity to find the net, with Rennes showcasing offensive resilience as seen in their home win against Lyon and away draw against Werder Bremen. Montpellier has the ability to strike, despite recent defensive frailties, putting up competitive displays against Strasbourg and Martigues.

Expect an open game with goal-scoring opportunities, given both sides’ attacking potential alongside their vulnerabilities in defense. A high-scoring game seems likely with contributions from both teams.