Ligue 1 Regular Season - 3
Angers 1 - 1 FT Rennes
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Angers
Goalkeepers
H. Koffi
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Defenders
Midfielders
Y. Belkhdim
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H. Belkebla
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L. Raolisoa
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L. Mouton
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S. Cherif
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P. Peter
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BENCH
M. Zinga
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F. Hanin
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A. Bamba
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M. Courcoul
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E. Biumla
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P. Capelle
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J. Allevinah
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L. Machine
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J. Kalumba
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Rennes
Goalkeepers
B. Samba
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Defenders
A. Rouault
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J. Jacquet
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L. Brassier
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Midfielders
P. Frankowski
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L. Blas
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V. Rongier
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S. Fofana
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Q. Merlin
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BENCH
D. Alemdar
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M. Faye
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A. Seidu
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M. Nagida
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D. Cisse
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F. Rieder
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M. Meite
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N. Mukiele
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B. Yildirim
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30/03/2025 | Angers | 0 - 3 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Stade Raymond Kopa |
| 15/12/2024 | Rennes | 2 - 0 | Angers | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 27/07/2024 | Rennes | 2 - 1 | Angers | Friendlies Clubs | TBC |
| 30/04/2023 | Rennes | 4 - 2 | Angers | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 23/10/2022 | Angers | 1 - 2 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Stade Raymond-Kopa |
| 06/03/2022 | Rennes | 2 - 0 | Angers | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 29/08/2021 | Angers | 2 - 0 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Stade Raymond-Kopa |
| 17/04/2021 | Angers | 0 - 3 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Stade Raymond-Kopa |
Angers Win
Rennes Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +7
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -4
League Standings
P: 26 GD: +36
P: 27 GD: +30
P: 27 GD: +19
P: 27 GD: +12
P: 27 GD: +8
P: 27 GD: +9
P: 27 GD: +6
P: 26 GD: +9
P: 27 GD: +6
P: 27 GD: -4
P: 27 GD: -5
P: 27 GD: -13
P: 27 GD: -11
P: 27 GD: -13
P: 27 GD: -20
P: 27 GD: -14
P: 25 GD: -20
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Angers and Rennes cancel each other out: intensity without a victor
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 31/100. Two struggling sides neutralised each other at Stade Raymond-Kopa, squandering the chance to spark their seasons in a contest either could have used to climb towards genuine contention.
The balance shifts, then resets
Rennes struck first. E. Lepaul broke the deadlock in the 21st minute, capitalising on a pinpoint pass from Q. Merlin to hand the Bretons the edge. Dominant in possession (63%), Rennes dictated play and imposed their rhythm on the pitch. Yet that lead proved insufficient to silence Angers, who responded with genuine character after the interval. At the 51st minute, Prosper Peter levelled, benefiting from a perfectly weighted delivery by Yassin Belkhdim. The match tilted into a fragile equilibrium.
Goalkeeper heroics and a barrage of shots
What followed was a deluge: 25 combined attempts, 14 on target. Both keepers were tested relentlessly, combining for 12 saves to preserve parity. Anthony Rouault, Rennes' rock at the back, delivered a commanding display, orchestrating the Breton rearguard through a storm of fire. The intensity was unmistakable, yet both sides lacked the clinical edge to convert dominance into three points. The shooting gallery produced drama, not a winner.
Two points squandered, ambitions stalled
With merely four points from three matches apiece, Angers and Rennes languish in the middle ranks. This 1-1 draw feels more like a missed opportunity than a moral victory. Rennes, despite 63% possession and 15 shots, could not translate control into success. Angers, more efficient but less dominant (37% possession), at least preserved their unbeaten run. Yet for clubs harbouring higher ambitions, this stalemate is a step backwards—a reminder that balance without breakthrough is a luxury neither can afford.
Key Questions
Who dominated the match?
Rennes controlled 63% possession with 15 shots, but Angers proved more clinical with 7 on target.
What was the turning point?
Peter's 51st-minute equaliser reset the match after Lepaul's 21st-minute opener had given Rennes control.
Who was the standout performer?
Anthony Rouault delivered an outstanding defensive masterclass for Rennes, earning a 7.9 rating.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Koffi’s Heroics Meet the Rennes Juggernaut
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 10/100. This encounter pits a shot-stopping masterclass against a high-octane attack looking to solidify their place in the league's upper echelon.
The Setup
As the Ligue 1 campaign moves into its third round on August 31, 2025, Rennes travels to the Stade Raymond-Kopa in formidable Form. Currently sitting 6th, the visitors have won four of their last five matches, displaying a tactical Balance that few teams in the division can match. Host Angers, positioned 12th, remains a difficult nut to crack at home, despite their inconsistent results. While the early-season Stakes are still settling, Rennes knows that dropping points here could hinder their European ambitions later in the year.
Key Battle
The defining duel of the afternoon features Hervé Koffi against the creative genius of Ludovic Blas. Koffi has been in inspired form, recording a remarkable five saves per game to keep Angers competitive. He will be tested to his limits by Blas, whose vision and ability to strike from distance make him the primary threat among the Rennes Stars. If Koffi can maintain his high rating and command his area, Angers might just frustrate the visitors' star-studded lineup.
Our Prediction
The match script points toward sustained Rennes pressure. With Quentin Merlin providing width and service from the flanks and A. Kalimuendo lurking in the box, the Angers defense will be under constant duress. While we expect Koffi to pull off several world-class saves, the sheer volume of chances created by Rennes should eventually tell. A narrow 1-0 victory for the away side feels like the most probable outcome, decided by a moment of individual quality in the second half.