Lens are still in the title race, while Stade Rennais are rapidly dropping points and risk falling out of the European places.
Lens
Under Pierre Sage, Lens are having an excellent season and sit second in the standings, only two points behind Paris Saint-Germain. The team are well balanced between attack and defence, with 34 goals scored and only 16 conceded. Over their last 10 matches, they have lost only once — to Olympique de Marseille (1:3). The other nine games have all ended in victories, including against strong opponents such as AS Monaco, Strasbourg Alsace and Toulouse. Their home form is particularly impressive: nine wins in 10 matches at their own stadium and 18 goals scored.
Stade Rennais
Stade Rennais are going through a slump — two defeats in a row without scoring and elimination from the Coupe de France by Olympique de Marseille (0:3). Previously, the side were still holding their position in mid‑table, beating Stade Brestois 29 and LOSC Lille, but now the crisis is obvious. Over their last four matches, they have scored only one goal, and that was against relegation candidate Le Havre Athletic Club (1:1). Their away problems have become chronic: in 10 games away from home they have three wins, four draws and three defeats, and 20 of their 30 goals conceded have come on their travels.
Lens vs Stade Rennais Prediction
In the last five head‑to‑head meetings between these sides there have been four draws and one win for Lens. In autumn 2025 they drew 0:0, but the balance of power is different now: the hosts have found their best form, while Stade Rennais look disjointed and vulnerable in defence. We expect a win for them.
