Ligue 1 Regular Season - 32
Lyon 4 - 2 FT Rennes
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
M. Tamari (E. Lepaul) 6'
E. Lepaul 23'
37' R. Yaremchuk (C. Tolisso)
B. Samba 40'
42' C. Tolisso
HT
E. Lepaul (M. Tamari) 48'
52' A. Moreira (Abner Vinicius)
70' ↓ R. Yaremchuk ↑P. Sulc
↓ S. Szymanski ↑L. Blas 70'
↓ A. Seidu ↑M. Nagida 71'
75' Endrick (C. Tolisso)
Q. Merlin 83'
84' ↓ T. Morton ↑R. Kluivert
84' ↓ K. Merah ↑M. de Carvalho
84' ↓ Endrick ↑E. Nuamah
↓ E. Lepaul ↑Y. Zabiri 87'
↓ M. Tamari ↑N. Mukiele 87'
↓ M. Camara ↑D. Cisse 87'
90'+3 ↓ Abner Vinicius ↑N. Nartey
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Lyon
Goalkeepers
Dominik Greif 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Ainsley Maitland-Niles
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Clinton Mata 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Moussa Niakhaté 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
Abner Vinícius 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
37%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Tyler Morton
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Corentin Tolisso 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Endrick 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Khalis Merah 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Afonso Moreira
PROVOCATEUR
6
Fouls Won
6
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
1
Pens Won
Forwards
Roman Yaremchuk
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Rémy Descamps 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ruben Kluivert
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicolás Tagliafico
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mathys de Carvalho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adam Karabec
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noah Nartey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
2
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pavel Šulc
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Malick Fofana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ernest Nuamah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rennes
Goalkeepers
Brice Samba 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.9
Rating
Defenders
Alidu Seidu
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal 
SHIELD
4
Blocks
4
Blocks
1
Interceptions
2
Tackles
Lilian Brassier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Quentin Merlin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Sebastian Szymański
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
Valentin Rongier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mahdi Camara
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Mousa Tamari
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Breel Embolo
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Esteban Lepaul 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.6
Rating
BENCH
Kilian Belazzoug
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Mathys Silistrie
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Mahamadou Nagida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anthony Rouault
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Djaoui Cissé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Glen Kamara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ludovic Blas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nordan Mukiele
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yassir Zabiri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2025 | Rennes | 3 - 1 | Lyon | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 04/26/2025 | Lyon | 4 - 1 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Groupama Stadium |
| 08/18/2024 | Rennes | 3 - 0 | Lyon | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 01/26/2024 | Lyon | 2 - 3 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Groupama Stadium |
| 11/12/2023 | Rennes | 0 - 1 | Lyon | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 04/09/2023 | Lyon | 3 - 1 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Groupama Stadium |
| 10/16/2022 | Rennes | 3 - 2 | Lyon | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 03/13/2022 | Lyon | 2 - 4 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Groupama Stadium |
| 11/07/2021 | Rennes | 4 - 1 | Lyon | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 03/03/2021 | Lyon | 1 - 0 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Groupama Stadium |
Lyon Win
Rennes Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 31 GD: +43
P: 31 GD: +28
P: 32 GD: +18
P: 32 GD: +16
P: 32 GD: +10
P: 32 GD: +8
P: 32 GD: +15
P: 31 GD: +9
P: 32 GD: -5
P: 32 GD: 0
P: 32 GD: -3
P: 31 GD: -10
P: 32 GD: -19
P: 32 GD: -13
P: 32 GD: -22
P: 32 GD: -13
P: 32 GD: -22
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paris Saint Germain | 34 | 79 | 74 | 27 | +47 | |
| 2 | Lens | 34 | 70 | 66 | 35 | +31 | |
| 3 | Lille | 34 | 61 | 52 | 36 | +16 | |
| 4 | Lyon | 34 | 60 | 53 | 40 | +13 | |
| 5 | Marseille | 34 | 59 | 63 | 44 | +19 | |
| 6 | Rennes | 34 | 59 | 58 | 50 | +8 | |
| 7 | Monaco | 34 | 57 | 59 | 50 | +9 | |
| 8 | Strasbourg | 34 | 50 | 54 | 46 | +8 | |
| 9 | Lorient | 34 | 45 | 48 | 50 | -2 | |
| 10 | Toulouse | 33 | 44 | 47 | 46 | +1 | |
| 11 | Paris FC | 34 | 41 | 45 | 50 | -5 | |
| 12 | Stade Brestois 29 | 34 | 41 | 43 | 54 | -11 | |
| 13 | Le Havre | 34 | 35 | 31 | 44 | -13 | |
| 14 | Angers | 34 | 35 | 28 | 48 | -20 | |
| 15 | Auxerre | 34 | 34 | 33 | 44 | -11 | |
| 16 | Nice | 34 | 32 | 37 | 60 | -23 | |
| 17 | Nantes | 33 | 23 | 29 | 52 | -23 | |
| 18 | Metz | 34 | 17 | 32 | 76 | -44 |
P: 34 GD: +47
P: 34 GD: +31
P: 34 GD: +16
P: 34 GD: +13
P: 34 GD: +19
P: 34 GD: +8
P: 34 GD: +9
P: 34 GD: +8
P: 34 GD: -2
P: 33 GD: +1
P: 34 GD: -5
P: 34 GD: -11
P: 34 GD: -13
P: 34 GD: -20
P: 34 GD: -11
P: 34 GD: -23
P: 33 GD: -23
P: 34 GD: -44
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
A Breathless European Crunch Match at Parc Olympique Lyonnais
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 98/100. Our take: This chaotic six-goal thriller showcases the immense attacking ceiling of a squad determined to secure their spot at Europe's top table.
The Early Ambush
Parc Olympique Lyonnais sat in stunned silence just six minutes into the contest. M. Tamari quieted the raucous home crowd, finishing a swift, surgical attacking move set up brilliantly by E. Lepaul. Rennes threw down the gauntlet with total conviction. The Stakes were undeniably massive, with both clubs fighting fiercely for critical European places, and the visitors showed absolutely zero fear. We expected a tight, cagey midfield chess match, but instead, we got relentless end-to-end action right from the kickoff. Lyon had to absorb the massive early blow and slowly turned up the heat. With an even split in possession, the hosts simply tested the target more frequently. The initial shock quickly wore off, setting the perfect stage for an explosive, heavy-hitting counter-punch before the halftime whistle blew.
The Momentum Swing
The Balance of power shifted violently during an unforgettable eleven-minute frenzy. R. Yaremchuk levelled the score in the 37th minute, injecting life back into the stands. Just five minutes later, C. Tolisso stepped up under immense pressure to bury a vital penalty. Yet, the visitors flat-out refused to fold. Lepaul fired right back immediately after the restart to make it 2-2. The tension inside the stadium peaked. Then, A. Moreira struck a gorgeous blow in the 52nd minute off a visionary Abner Vinicius pass. The lead changed hands constantly, keeping everyone guessing. A combined 25 shots turned the pitch into a complete shooting gallery, while the goalkeepers were forced into eight frantic saves between them. The home side simply had the heavier artillery when the chaotic match hung precariously in the balance.
Tolisso's Masterpiece
Leading by a slender margin, the home side desperately needed a knockout blow to avoid late heartbreak. Enter Endrick. The young phenom found the back of the net in the 75th minute, effectively ending any hopes of another visitor revival. Tolisso grabbed his second assist of the night on that decisive strike, cementing his status as the absolute architect of this vital victory. The sheer Intensity of their second-half push, aided by relentless set-piece pressure from 12 total corners, was far too much to handle. This thrilling 4-2 triumph keeps them firmly rooted in the Champions League qualification spots, now sitting comfortably on 60 points. Their opponents remain in the Europa League hunt, but this second-half defensive collapse leaves severe structural questions for their manager to answer.
Key Questions
What made Corentin Tolisso the Man of the Match?
Tolisso masterfully orchestrated the midfield with a goal and two assists. His 42nd-minute penalty and crucial final pass perfectly secured the home victory.
What caused the 6-goal thriller?
Constant lead changes and massive shot volume defined the match. The teams fired 25 combined shots, relentlessly trading blows during a wild middle phase.
How did Lyon complete the comeback from behind?
After conceding early, they responded with a late first-half surge and a relentless second-half attack largely driven by Tolisso's brilliant midfield vision.
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.
Champions League Destiny on the Line
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 90/100. With four points separating these top-four hopefuls, this late-season showdown will be an absolute defining moment in the race for elite European football.
The Setup
The Stakes could not be higher at Parc Olympique Lyonnais this May 3, 2026. Sitting in third place, Lyon possess a golden opportunity to pull away from the chasing pack and cement their Champions League status. However, fifth-placed Rennes are breathing down their necks, fully aware that a victory on the road narrows the gap to a solitary point. A strong Form rating for the hosts highlights their recent three-match winning streak, although both sides stumbled to defeats in their last outings. The Balance indicates a fiercely contested midfield battle awaits, with neither team showing obvious structural weaknesses.
Key Battle
The Stars will dictate the tempo, and our spotlight falls firmly on a fascinating midfield duel. Corentin Tolisso anchors the home side with immense experience and a commanding presence in monumental fixtures. He will be tasked with suppressing the relentless engine of Valentin Rongier, whose ability to break up play and orchestrate rapid counter-attacks is central to the visitors' blueprint. Whoever emerges victorious from this physical tussle will likely hand their team the keys to victory.
Our Prediction
Expect a tense, tactical opening half as both sides carefully manage the immense pressure of the occasion. We anticipate Lyon leveraging the fervent backing of their home crowd to gradually turn the screw. A narrow victory for the hosts is our verdict, likely sealed by a swift transitional strike late in the second half as Rennes are forced to throw caution to the wind.