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Rennes vs Paris Saint Germain Predictions, Picks & Odds – 23/08/2026
Rennes vs Paris Saint Germain – Best bets of the match
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Rennes find themselves in an unusual position, hosting the defending champions at Roazhon Park despite this originally being a PSG home fixture. Pitch damage at Parc des Princes forced the switch, handing Franck Haise's side a genuine advantage. Sitting eighth after a mixed run of results that included two defeats in their last five outings, Rennes will draw confidence from their memorable 3-1 victory over PSG at this very ground last season.
Paris Saint-Germain arrive in Brittany carrying contrasting recent memories. A Trophée des Champions defeat to Lens stung, but a UEFA Super Cup triumph over Aston Villa restored confidence. Luis Enrique welcomes new additions Ferran Torres and Mika Godts to his squad, while Lucas Digne is set to deputise at left-back for the suspended Nuno Mendes. PSG's form reads inconsistently, yet the sheer depth of talent at their disposal keeps them clear favourites at 1.52.
PSG's away win at 1.52 represents the strongest value selection for this fixture. The champions carry a squad brimming with creative talent, with Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia, and Vitinha forming a core that few Ligue 1 sides can contain. Their UEFA Super Cup triumph over Aston Villa demonstrated sharpness in attack, and the Trophée des Champions loss to Lens should serve as motivation rather than a lingering concern.
Rennes did beat PSG 3-1 at Roazhon Park in their last meeting here, which introduces a note of caution. Franck Haise's side closed the previous campaign with purpose, sitting eighth after a mixed run of results. Yet opening-day energy and home support may not be enough against a PSG side determined to set the tone for their title defence from the very first whistle.
The over 2.5 goals market at 1.45 also warrants attention. PSG's attacking depth, bolstered by new arrivals Ferran Torres and Mika Godts, should produce chances in volume. Both teams to score at 1.54 is another consideration, given Rennes' willingness to play on the front foot under Haise. Lucas Digne slotting in at left-back for the suspended Nuno Mendes adds a slight defensive vulnerability for the visitors.
Trends to Know about Rennes vs Paris Saint Germain
- PSG's squad depth favours away victory
- Rennes lost last home meeting 3-1
- PSG won recent UEFA Super Cup
Form & Statistics: Rennes vs Paris Saint Germain
Rennes
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Paris Saint Germain
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Lineups: Rennes vs Paris Saint Germain
Rennes
Starters
- 1 Brice Samba
- 2 Przemysław Frankowski
- 3 Warmed Omari
- 4 Charlie Cresswell
- 5 Adrien Truffert
- 6 Valentin Rongier
- 7 Ludovic Blas
- 8 Mousa Al-Taamari
- 9 Benjamin Bourigeaud
- 10 Arnaud Kalimuendo
- 11 Esteban Lepaul
Absent
- Gauthier Gallon (suspended)
- Glen Kamara (suspended)
- Mahdi Camara (Suspension (yellow card accumulation from last season))
Paris Saint Germain
Starters
- 1 Matvey Safonov
- 2 Achraf Hakimi
- 3 Marquinhos
- 4 Willian Pacho
- 5 Lucas Digne
- 6 Warren Zaïre-Emery
- 7 Vitinha
- 8 Fabián Ruiz
- 9 Désiré Doué
- 10 Ousmane Dembélé
- 11 Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
Bench
- Ferran Torres
- Mika Godts
Absent
- Nuno Mendes (injury)
- Ibrahim Mbaye (Out for Super Cup, linked with a move away)
- Bradley Barcola (Out for Super Cup final, linked with a move away)
- Senny Mayulu (Thigh injury)
- Quentin Ndjantou (Hamstring injury)
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A 4-2-3-1 against a 4-3-3 sets the tactical frame for this Ligue 1 opener at Roazhon Park. Rennes will look to compact the midfield and funnel play through Ludovic Blas in the number ten role, while PSG's three-man engine room of Zaïre-Emery, Vitinha, and Fabián Ruiz is built to dominate possession and transition quickly.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia on the left flank is the most dangerous individual threat in this fixture, and Rennes' right side will face a serious examination from the first whistle. Both lineups carry probable status, sourced across multiple credible outlets, so the tactical picture above is as reliable as pre-match intelligence gets at this stage.
Rennes vs Paris Saint Germain: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Rennes vs Paris Saint Germain Match?
What time is Rennes vs Paris Saint Germain?
Rennes vs PSG kicks off at Roazhon Park on 23 August 2026 at 19:45 local time.
Where is Rennes vs Paris Saint Germain being played?
This match takes place at Roazhon Park in Rennes, France.
How Can I Watch Rennes vs Paris Saint Germain on TV and Live Stream?
Rennes vs PSG will be broadcast live on beIN Sports and available for streaming via the Ligue 1 app.