Angers vs Rennes prediction, H2H and probable lineups - March 30, 2025
Leo Peterson
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
On March 30, 2025, the Stade Raymond-Kopa in Angers will host a Ligue 1 Round 27 match featuring Angers and Rennes. I suggest betting on goals in this encounter.
Preview
With eight rounds left, Angers finds itself dangerously close to the relegation zone, just six points away. The main goal for the remainder of the season is clearly to secure their spot in the league. However, their current form is a cause for serious concern: Angers has failed to win in five consecutive matches, losing the last three. Even more worrying is the fact that they haven't scored a single goal in these games.
The crisis, which initially seemed like a temporary slump, is gradually becoming prolonged. If Angers cannot reverse this trend, the fight for survival will become a harsh reality rather than just a threat.
This season, Rennes has transformed from a consistent contender for European competition spots into a solid mid-table team. They are only two points ahead of their closest rival and eight points clear of the relegation zone. While this gap seems comfortable for now, anything can happen in the remaining part of the season.
Rennes' recent results leave a mixed impression. On one hand, they have suffered two consecutive defeats, one against PSG. On the other hand, before facing the Parisians, Rennes showed confident form, winning four out of five matches. This stretch indicates that the team is still capable of quality performances.
In the remaining rounds, Rennes' key task will be to maintain balance and avoid collapses that could turn the season from disappointing to outright crisis.
Probable lineups
- Angers: Fofana, Carlen, Bamba, Lefort, Hanin, Belkhchim, Belkebla, Ferhat, Abdelli, Allevina, Lepaul
- Rennes: Samba, Jaket, Pyo, Faye, Assignon, James, Siss, Matusiwa, Truffert, Meite, Kalimuendo
Match facts and H2H
- Angers' defense shows vulnerability. In the last three home league matches, they have conceded eight goals.
- Rennes defeated Angers 2-0 in the first round on their home turf.
- Rennes has dominated head-to-head encounters, winning the last five matches against Angers. Notably, Rennes scored at least twice in each of these games.
- In six of the last seven matches at Angers' ground, the bet on over 2.5 goals always came through. Matches between these teams are rarely dull.
Prediction
Angers desperately needs points to avoid being drawn into the heart of the relegation battle, but their current form leaves much to be desired. Rennes approaches this match with less competitive motivation but is in a more stable playing condition. Considering the hosts' defensive issues and the traditional high-scoring nature of their encounters, an exciting and open match can be expected. Bet on "over 2.5 goals" with odds of 1.95.
