Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(44) 29 Goals 21 (30)
(35) 26 Assists 8 (15)
(6.7) 7 Average Ratings 6.7 (6.6)
24.5 Average Age 24.8
182.2 Average Height (cm) 181.8
(1.1) 1.3 Shots pg 1 (0.9)
(48%) 48% Aerial Duel Success 53% (50%)
(0.7) 0.6 Dribbles pg 0.6 (0.6)
(1.6) 1.5 Tackles pg 1.2 (1.3)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Ligue 1.

Missing Players

Monaco
Rennes
Player Reason Status Rating
George Ilenikhena Out 6.42
Folarin Balogun Out 6.71
Christian Mawissa Doubtful 6.58
Player Reason Status Rating
Alidu Seidu Out 6.85
Glen Kamara Out 6.38
Gauthier Gallon Out 6.01
Lorenz Assignon Out 6.7
Baptiste Santamaría Out 6.38
Jota Out 6.26
Albert Grønbæk Out 6.56

Team News

Monaco
Rennes
  • AS Monaco welcomes Rennes to the Stade Louis II, aiming to build on their recent 1-0 Champions League victory over Aston Villa.
  • Coach Adi Hütter’s side has maintained solid home performances despite a recent dip in Ligue 1 form, with their last league victory dating back to early December against Toulouse. The arrival of new signing Mika Biereth adds depth to their attack, but they are still without injured strikers Folarin Balogun and George Ilenikhena. Additionally, both Eliesse Ben Seghir and Maghnes Akliouche have struggled to rediscover their form since the start of the new year, leaving Monaco on the look for a spark in the final third.
  • Monaco holds a strong record in this fixture, winning six of their last nine Ligue 1 meetings against Rennes. With Rennes on a poor run of four consecutive defeats, Monaco will look to capitalise and claim another critical three points.
  • Stade Rennais FC heads to Monaco to halt a four-game losing streak in all competitions.
  • Under coach Jorge Sampaoli, Rennes has struggled for consistency, with their last two Ligue 1 defeats ending in narrow 2-1 scorelines.
  • The team is set to be bolstered by the imminent arrival of Japanese international Kyogo Furuhashi from Celtic, with the forward potentially making his debut against Monaco. Meanwhile, the addition of Brice Samba promises to bring stability and leadership to the defence. Although Seko Fofana has struggled to regain top form since his return from Saudi Arabia, his quality and influence remain undeniable, making him a player to watch closely.
  • Despite their recent struggles, Rennes will be determined to bounce back and challenge Monaco.

Prediction

  • In a matchup between two teams facing contrasting challenges. Monaco, struggling to replicate the form that made them title contenders early this season, has been inconsistent in Ligue 1.
  • Their recent 2-1 loss at the hands of Montpellier raised eyebrows, exposing defensive frailties and a lack of urgency. However, a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Aston Villa in the Champions League midweek may have given Adi Hütter’s side a crucial boost in morale heading into this fixture.
  • For Rennes, the situation looks even more precarious. Despite the presence of experienced coach Jorge Sampaoli, the team has faltered since the start of the season, lacking both consistency and identity.
  • A run of four consecutive losses has piled the pressure on Sampaoli, with many questioning whether he’s the right man for the job. Rennes’ struggles have been compounded by individual performances.
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