Ligue 1 Gameweek 9

Nice vs NS Rennes

Allianz Riviera

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Futmetrix Verdict
78
Nice
vs
Rennes
Sat, Oct 31 • 16:15 Français
⚡ Form 61
⚖️ Balance 93
🏆 Stakes 49
⭐ Stars 77
The Rennes attack leaves Nice a chance

Win Probability

  • Nice 35%
  • Draw 25%
  • Rennes 40%

Futmetrix AI estimate

More goals, more gaps at the back

The visitors’ stronger attack could decide it, but their defensive leaks give the hosts a genuine chance to climb the table.

The Setup

At Allianz Riviera, Nice start round nine ninth with 11 points from eight matches. Rennes are seventh on 13 after seven, so the visitors have a game in hand. Nice have scored eight and conceded 10; Rennes have scored 15 and conceded 14. The gap in the table is narrow, but the difference in attack is clear.

Form: both sides have won three of their last five matches and lost two. Balance: Nice have home advantage; Rennes score more freely. Stakes: a win would take Nice to 14 points, ahead of Rennes’ 13, but after one extra match played. Stars: the forwards’ duel could settle it.

Key Battle

The contest between E. Wahi and E. Lepaul gives this match its clearest individual angle. Wahi has scored two goals and provided one assist in four matches; Lepaul has four goals in five matches, averaging a 7.1 rating. Wahi will need to make the most of the space Rennes leave behind, while Lepaul will look to turn his side’s stronger scoring return into decisive chances. On paper, that duel leans towards the visitors, but the gap is far from decisive.

Our Prediction

Our expectation: Rennes win 2-1. Home advantage should keep Nice dangerous, but the visitors’ stronger scoring record can make the difference. Rennes’ 14 goals conceded leave Nice a way into the match and make a clean-sheet win unlikely. A close game, with more value for the table than as essential viewing.

Key Questions

Should I watch this match?

Only if the table matters to you: the attack-versus-defence angle has bite, but this is not a weekend priority.

What is the expected outcome?

Rennes to win 2-1. Nice should find a way through, but the visitors’ stronger attack gives them the edge.

Where are Nice and Rennes in the league table?

Nice are ninth on 11 points after eight matches; Rennes are seventh on 13 after seven.

How have Nice done lately?

Three wins and two defeats in their last five matches: WLWWL.

Which player should I watch?

E. Lepaul has scored 4 goals in 5 matches, averaging a 7.1 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.

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
10/26/2025 Rennes 1 - 2 Nice Ligue 1 Roazhon Park
05/10/2025 Rennes 2 - 0 Nice Ligue 1 Roazhon Park
01/03/2025 Nice 3 - 2 Rennes Ligue 1 Allianz Riviera
01/13/2024 Rennes 2 - 0 Nice Ligue 1 Roazhon Park
11/05/2023 Nice 2 - 0 Rennes Ligue 1 Allianz Riviera
05/06/2023 Nice 2 - 1 Rennes Ligue 1 Allianz Riviera
10/26/2025
1 - 2
Ligue 1 Roazhon Park
05/10/2025
2 - 0
Ligue 1 Roazhon Park
01/03/2025
3 - 2
Ligue 1 Allianz Riviera
01/13/2024
2 - 0
Ligue 1 Roazhon Park
11/05/2023
2 - 0
Ligue 1 Allianz Riviera
05/06/2023
2 - 1
Ligue 1 Allianz Riviera
Nice Win
Rennes Win
Draw

Season Statistics

10
League Position
1
11
Points
16
8
Goals Scored
18
10
Goals Conceded
14

League Standings

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Rennes 8 16 18 14 +4 WRennes 3 - 0 Strasbourg (25-10-2026)LParis FC 4 - 3 Rennes (18-10-2026)WRennes 4 - 1 Auxerre (11-10-2026)LLyon 4 - 0 Rennes (19-09-2026)WRennes 1 - 0 Marseille (11-09-2026)
2 Lille 8 15 11 6 +5 DMonaco 1 - 1 Lille (25-10-2026)DLille 1 - 1 Stade Brestois 29 (17-10-2026)WLille 1 - 0 Le Havre (10-10-2026)LNice 2 - 1 Lille (20-09-2026)WLille 2 - 0 Estac Troyes (13-09-2026)
3 Monaco 8 15 11 7 +4 DMonaco 1 - 1 Lille (25-10-2026)LLorient 1 - 0 Monaco (18-10-2026)DMonaco 2 - 2 Toulouse (10-10-2026)WMonaco 2 - 1 Lens (18-09-2026)DStrasbourg 1 - 1 Monaco (12-09-2026)
4 Lyon 7 14 13 5 +8 WLyon 2 - 1 Nice (18-10-2026)LLens 2 - 1 Lyon (09-10-2026)WLyon 4 - 0 Rennes (19-09-2026)DParis FC 0 - 0 Lyon (12-09-2026)WLyon 3 - 1 Auxerre (04-09-2026)
5 Paris Saint Germain 7 14 14 9 +5 WStrasbourg 1 - 3 Paris Saint Germain (17-10-2026)WParis Saint Germain 3 - 1 Le Mans (10-10-2026)WMarseille 1 - 2 Paris Saint Germain (20-09-2026)WStade Brestois 29 0 - 1 Paris Saint Germain (13-09-2026)LParis Saint Germain 1 - 2 Monaco (04-09-2026)
6 Paris FC 8 14 13 9 +4 LLens 2 - 1 Paris FC (24-10-2026)WParis FC 4 - 3 Rennes (18-10-2026)LLorient 1 - 0 Paris FC (10-10-2026)WParis FC 2 - 1 Strasbourg (19-09-2026)DParis FC 0 - 0 Lyon (12-09-2026)
7 Lens 8 13 16 12 +4 WLens 2 - 1 Paris FC (24-10-2026)WEstac Troyes 1 - 3 Lens (17-10-2026)WLens 2 - 1 Lyon (09-10-2026)LMonaco 2 - 1 Lens (18-09-2026)DLe Mans 2 - 2 Lens (13-09-2026)
8 Marseille 8 12 18 13 +5 WMarseille 4 - 3 Le Havre (25-10-2026)WAngers 2 - 5 Marseille (18-10-2026)WEstac Troyes 0 - 2 Marseille (11-10-2026)LMarseille 1 - 2 Paris Saint Germain (20-09-2026)LRennes 1 - 0 Marseille (11-09-2026)
9 Lorient 8 12 7 6 +1 DAngers 0 - 0 Lorient (25-10-2026)WLorient 1 - 0 Monaco (18-10-2026)WLorient 1 - 0 Paris FC (10-10-2026)LLe Mans 2 - 1 Lorient (19-09-2026)DLorient 2 - 2 Toulouse (12-09-2026)
10 Nice 8 11 8 10 -2 WStade Brestois 29 1 - 2 Nice (23-10-2026)LLyon 2 - 1 Nice (18-10-2026)WNice 2 - 1 Strasbourg (11-10-2026)WNice 2 - 1 Lille (20-09-2026)LAuxerre 1 - 0 Nice (12-09-2026)
11 Toulouse 8 10 12 11 +1 DToulouse 0 - 0 Estac Troyes (25-10-2026)WLe Mans 0 - 3 Toulouse (16-10-2026)DMonaco 2 - 2 Toulouse (10-10-2026)WToulouse 3 - 2 Le Havre (19-09-2026)DLorient 2 - 2 Toulouse (12-09-2026)
12 Auxerre 8 10 12 18 -6 DAuxerre 1 - 1 Le Mans (25-10-2026)WLe Havre 1 - 3 Auxerre (18-10-2026)LRennes 4 - 1 Auxerre (11-10-2026)WAuxerre 2 - 1 Stade Brestois 29 (20-09-2026)WAuxerre 1 - 0 Nice (12-09-2026)
13 Stade Brestois 29 8 9 14 12 +2 LStade Brestois 29 1 - 2 Nice (23-10-2026)DLille 1 - 1 Stade Brestois 29 (17-10-2026)WStade Brestois 29 5 - 1 Angers (10-10-2026)LAuxerre 2 - 1 Stade Brestois 29 (20-09-2026)LStade Brestois 29 0 - 1 Paris Saint Germain (13-09-2026)
14 Angers 8 8 9 15 -6 DAngers 0 - 0 Lorient (25-10-2026)LAngers 2 - 5 Marseille (18-10-2026)LStade Brestois 29 5 - 1 Angers (10-10-2026)WAngers 2 - 0 Estac Troyes (19-09-2026)DLe Havre 0 - 0 Angers (12-09-2026)
15 Le Mans 8 7 11 16 -5 DAuxerre 1 - 1 Le Mans (25-10-2026)LLe Mans 0 - 3 Toulouse (16-10-2026)LParis Saint Germain 3 - 1 Le Mans (10-10-2026)WLe Mans 2 - 1 Lorient (19-09-2026)DLe Mans 2 - 2 Lens (13-09-2026)
16 Strasbourg 8 7 12 18 -6 LRennes 3 - 0 Strasbourg (25-10-2026)LStrasbourg 1 - 3 Paris Saint Germain (17-10-2026)LNice 2 - 1 Strasbourg (11-10-2026)LParis FC 2 - 1 Strasbourg (19-09-2026)DStrasbourg 1 - 1 Monaco (12-09-2026)
17 Estac Troyes 8 5 5 16 -11 DToulouse 0 - 0 Estac Troyes (25-10-2026)LEstac Troyes 1 - 3 Lens (17-10-2026)LEstac Troyes 0 - 2 Marseille (11-10-2026)LAngers 2 - 0 Estac Troyes (19-09-2026)LLille 2 - 0 Estac Troyes (13-09-2026)
18 Le Havre 8 2 8 15 -7 LMarseille 4 - 3 Le Havre (25-10-2026)LLe Havre 1 - 3 Auxerre (18-10-2026)LLille 1 - 0 Le Havre (10-10-2026)LToulouse 3 - 2 Le Havre (19-09-2026)DLe Havre 0 - 0 Angers (12-09-2026)

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