PSG vs Stade Rennais F.C. Lineups: Preview and Team News for Ligue 1 Clash
Match Details
On Friday, September 27, 2024, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will host Stade Rennais F.C. at the Parc des Princes in a highly anticipated Ligue 1 match. Here’s a detailed look at the lineups, team news, and what to expect from this encounter.
Current Standings and Form
PSG, currently leading the Ligue 1 table, have had a strong start to the 2024-25 season, winning four and drawing one of their opening five league fixtures. Despite the recent departure of star player Kylian Mbappé to Real Madrid, Luis Enrique’s side has maintained their unbeaten streak across all competitions.
Stade Rennais, on the other hand, are sitting in 7th position with seven points from their first five matches. They have had a mixed start, with notable wins against Lyon and Montpellier, but also suffered back-to-back defeats to Strasbourg and Reims. Rennes are yet to secure a point away from home this season.
Team News and Lineups
PSG are facing several injury concerns ahead of the match. Key players such as Gianluigi Donnarumma, Marcos Asensio, Presnel Kimpembe, and Goncalo Ramos are out due to injuries. Lucas Hernandez is also ruled out until January following a cruciate ligament injury. Desire Doue is a doubt after being taken off in the 65th minute of their last match against Reims, which might see Randal Kolo Muani start through the middle for the first time this season.
The possible starting lineup for PSG could be: - Safonov; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Ruiz; Dembele, Kolo Muani, Barcola.
Stade Rennais also have their share of injuries. Jota, Andres Gomez, and Dogan Alemdar are all out, and Alidu Seidu may not feature after coming off in the 94th minute of their last match against Lens. This could see Leo Ostigard return to the starting lineup.
The possible starting lineup for Stade Rennais could be: - Mandanda; Hateboer, Wooh, Ostigard; Assignon, Santamaria, Matusiwa, Truffert; Blas, Gronbaek; Kalimuendo.
Previous Encounters
In a recent match between the two teams, Stade Rennais secured a surprising 1-0 victory over PSG. Despite PSG's dominance, Rennes managed to hold on for the win, highlighting the competitive nature of their encounters.
Key Players and Tactics
PSG have been relying heavily on their wingers, Bradley Barcola and Ousmane Dembele, who have combined for eight of PSG's 17 league goals. Luis Enrique will be looking for a more clinical edge from his wingers to return to the dominant scorelines seen earlier in the season.
For Stade Rennais, maintaining their home form and breaking their away drought will be crucial. Julian Stephan’s team has been solid at home, with wins against Lyon and Montpellier, and they will aim to replicate this performance on the road.
Where to Watch
The match will be broadcast live on various channels, and fans can also stream it through betting partners or legal live streams available on platforms like Sofascore.
In conclusion, the match between PSG and Stade Rennais promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to assert their dominance in Ligue 1. Despite the injury concerns, PSG’s depth and Stade Rennais’s determination to break their away jinx make this a must-watch fixture.