Ligue 1 Regular Season - 11
Rennes 4 - 1 FT Strasbourg
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Rennes
Goalkeepers
B. Samba
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Defenders
A. Ait Boudlal
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J. Jacquet
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L. Brassier
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Midfielders
P. Frankowski
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M. Camara
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V. Rongier
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D. Cisse
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M. Tamari
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BENCH
M. Silistrie
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A. Rouault
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Q. Merlin
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M. Nagida
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G. Kamara
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S. Fofana
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L. Blas
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L. Rosier
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B. Embolo
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Strasbourg
Goalkeepers
M. Penders
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Defenders
G. Doue
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L. Hogsberg
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B. Chilwell
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Midfielders
A. Ouattara
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S. El Mourabet
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V. Barco
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D. Moreira
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Forwards
S. Amo-Ameyaw
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J. Enciso
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J. Panichelli
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BENCH
S. Bajic
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G. Kerckaert
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E. Sobol
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S. Nanasi
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K. Paez
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M. Amougou
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R. Nzingoula
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R. Luis
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M. Godo
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2025 | Rennes | 1 - 0 | Strasbourg | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 25/08/2024 | Strasbourg | 3 - 1 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Stade de la Meinau |
| 31/03/2024 | Strasbourg | 2 - 0 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Stade de la Meinau |
| 29/10/2023 | Rennes | 1 - 1 | Strasbourg | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 01/02/2023 | Rennes | 3 - 0 | Strasbourg | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 01/10/2022 | Strasbourg | 1 - 3 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Stade de la Meinau |
| 20/04/2022 | Strasbourg | 2 - 1 | Rennes | Ligue 1 | Stade de la Meinau |
| 24/10/2021 | Rennes | 1 - 0 | Strasbourg | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
| 14/03/2021 | Rennes | 1 - 0 | Strasbourg | Ligue 1 | Roazhon Park |
02/02/2025
25/08/2024
31/03/2024
29/10/2023
01/02/2023
01/10/2022
20/04/2022
24/10/2021
14/03/2021
Rennes Win
Strasbourg Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 11 GD: +12
P: 11 GD: +14
P: 11 GD: +7
P: 11 GD: +10
P: 11 GD: +6
P: 11 GD: +4
P: 11 GD: +6
P: 11 GD: 0
P: 11 GD: +2
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: -4
P: 11 GD: -4
P: 11 GD: -7
P: 11 GD: -7
P: 11 GD: -12
P: 11 GD: -16
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
Lepaul Lights Up Roazhon Park: A Devastating Hat-Trick Buries Strasbourg
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 66/100. The match was decided in the 9th minute when Esteban Lepaul struck first, setting the tone for a rout that Strasbourg could never arrest.
Relentless Intensity, Clinical Finishing
Roazhon Park witnessed a bombardment. With 33 combined shots and an intensity rating of 10.5/10, this crunch match delivered theatre. Rennes controlled the narrative through sheer efficiency: just 41% possession, yet lethal precision in the box. Valentin Rongier orchestrated the chaos from midfield, threading five key passes, while Mohamed Kader Meite completed the attacking picture with a goal and an assist.
The Turning Point: Early Dominance
Lepaul struck in the 9th minute from Mousa Tamari's delivery. This early opener set the stakes. Strasbourg, despite commanding 59% possession and 586 accurate passes (89%), never found equilibrium. Their 20 shots lacked bite—only 2 found the target. By the 35th minute, Meite doubled the lead from Ait Boudlal's pass. The match was already decided.
The Hat-Trick That Sealed The Rout
Lepaul would not relent. At 48 minutes, he struck again, this time from Meite's assist. By the 60th minute, his third—a clinical finish from Rongier's service—had entered local folklore. A hat-trick: a rarity of the highest order, achieved by just 0.9% of scorers in Ligue 1. Strasbourg salvaged pride through substitute Sébastien Nanasi, who entered at 52 minutes and struck at 77 from Vinicius Barco's assist. Too little, far too late.
Key Questions
What made Lepaul unstoppable?
Three goals in 51 minutes. Clinical finishing, intelligent movement, and relentless support from Rennes' creative midfield.
Why couldn't Strasbourg's possession matter?
59% possession, 2 shots on target. Their passing was accurate but sterile. Rennes' counter-press suffocated creativity.
Did Nanasi's goal change the narrative?
His 77th-minute strike offered consolation, not resurgence. Rennes were already in cruise control at 4-0.
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.
High-Stakes Survival at Roazhon Park
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 61/100. This is a quintessential survival scrap where clinical efficiency will likely override tactical nuance as both teams fight for their top-flight breathing room.
The Setup
The Stakes couldn't be higher on November 02, 2025, as Rennes and Strasbourg meet in a battle framed by the specter of relegation. While the home side boasts superior recent Form with four wins in five, the defensive Balance of both teams remains a major concern, highlighted by a combined average of 3.4 goals per game. Strasbourg arrives with several attacking Stars capable of igniting a match, even if their recent run of three consecutive losses suggests a fragile psyche.
Key Battle
The outcome hinges on a direct duel between Esteban Lepaul and Joaquin Panichelli. Lepaul has been the creative heartbeat for Rennes, providing three assists in his last five outings. However, he faces a Strasbourg side led by a genuine goal machine. Panichelli's ability to punish defensive lapses will test the home side’s resolve from the opening whistle at Roazhon Park.
Our Prediction
Expect an open, frantic encounter. Strasbourg will likely look to absorb pressure and utilize Valentín Barco to transition quickly. Despite Rennes' recent winning streak, the sheer individual brilliance of Strasbourg's front line should prove decisive. We anticipate a 1-2 victory for the visitors, secured by a late strike that silences the home crowd.