Stade Rennais VS Auxerre Prediction & Betting Tips - AI Analysis & Odds (Oct 11, 2026)

Stade Rennais FC 1901Stade Rennais

4 - 1

HT: 1-1

AJ AuxerreAuxerre

Ligue 1·Roazhon Park

Comparison of analyst and AI predictions

Predicto AI

Correct

Both Teams to Score

@1.67

View Reasoning

Both teams have shown a propensity to score, with Stade Rennais FC 1901 having a BTTS rate of 80% and AJ Auxerre at 65%. Their head-to-head history also indicates a competitive nature, with both teams scoring in most of their recent matches. Given these stats, betting on both teams to score is a logical choice.

Human Analyst

Correct

Over 2.5 goals

@1.47

View Reasoning

Stade Rennais FC 1901 has a strong tendency to produce high-scoring matches, as evidenced by their O2.5 goals rate of 90%. In their last ten encounters, the teams have averaged over 2 goals per match, suggesting a continuation of this trend. Given AJ Auxerre's weaker defensive record with 27 goals conceded and both teams' offensive capabilities, betting on over 2.5 goals seems highly favorable.

Split call — see both takes above

Key Stats

Rennesper gameAuxerre

xG for

1.8

2.2

xG against

1.6

Possession %

45.6

16.2

Shots

Rennes — last 5

LDWWW

Auxerre — last 5

WWLLL

Team Stats

Rennesper gameAuxerre

xG for

1.8

2.2

xG against

1.6

Possession %

45.6

16.2

Shots

5.4

Shots on tgt

Corners

BTTS %

Over 2.5 %

Clean sheet %

Rennes — last 5

LDWWW

Auxerre — last 5

WWLLL

Last season

Team	W-D-L	GF/g	GA/g	CS
Rennes	17-8-9	1.7	1.5	10
Auxerre	8-10-16	1	1.3	9

Stade Rennais performance

Total Matches

Form

9W3D8L

Avg Scored

1.65

per match

Avg Conceded

1.75

per match

Goals Scored33

Goals Conceded35

Clean Sheets3 (15%)

BTTS75%

Over 2.585%

Over 3.540%

Auxerre performance

Total Matches

Form

9W5D6L

Avg Scored

1.75

per match

Avg Conceded

1.50

per match

Goals Scored35

Goals Conceded30

Clean Sheets5 (25%)

BTTS70%

Over 2.560%

Over 3.540%

Expected Match Outcome

Stade Rennais

2-2

(1.6 - 1.8 xG)

Auxerre

Stade Rennais

Scores1.65/g

Concedes1.75/g

Auxerre

Scores1.75/g

Concedes1.50/g

Market Predictions

BTTS

73%

Over 2.5

73%

Over 3.5

40%

Under 2.5

28%

Predicto Power Ranking

This is a real-time strength score based on form, stats, and momentum — not just opinion.

Head-to-Head & Form

Rennes wins

Draws

Auxerre wins

Recent meetings

22 Feb 2026Auxerre

0–3

Rennes

19 Oct 2025Rennes

2–2

Auxerre

06 Apr 2025Rennes

0–1

Auxerre

Standings

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Paris Saint Germain	9	6	2	1	+11	20
2	Lille	9	5	3	1	+6	18
3	Rennes	9	5	1	3	+1	16
4	Monaco	8	4	3	1	+4	15
5	Lyon	8	4	2	2	+6	14
6	Paris FC	8	4	2	2	+4	14
7	Nice	9	4	2	3	+1	14
8	Lens	9	4	1	4	+3	13
9	Marseille	8	4	0	4	+5	12
10	Lorient	8	3	3	2	+1	12
11	Toulouse	8	2	4	2	+1	10
12	Auxerre	8	3	1	4	-6	10
13	Stade Brestois 29	8	2	3	3	+2	9
14	Angers	8	2	2	4	-6	8
15	Estac Troyes	9	2	2	5	-9	8
16	Strasbourg	8	2	1	5	-6	7
17	Le Mans	9	1	4	4	-7	7
18	Le Havre	9	0	2	7	-11	2

Overview

Rennes, currently 5th in Ligue 1 with 10 points, host Auxerre, positioned 10th with 6 points. Rennes' last season baseline showed a solid defensive record with 1.7 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per game, while Auxerre managed 1.0 scored and 1.3 conceded. Early-season form favors Rennes (LDWWW) versus Auxerre's mixed WWLLL. Historical clashes include a dominant 3-0 Rennes win in February 2026 and a 2-2 draw in October 2025, indicating competitive encounters.

Form & xG

Rennes average 1.6 goals scored and 1.8 conceded this season, with underlying xG at 1.96 for and 2.19 against, suggesting defensive vulnerabilities. Auxerre score 1.4 and concede 2.4 per game, with xG 1.81 for and 1.55 against, indicating they concede more than expected. Rennes hold 51% possession and 16.2 shots per game compared to Auxerre's 45.6% and 12 shots. Both teams show 80% matches over 2.5 goals and high BTTS rates (60% Rennes, 80% Auxerre).

Team News & Key Players

Rennes rely on Esteban Lepaul, who averages 4.55 shots and 2.39 on-target per 90 with 3 goals, and Valentin Rongier with 1.24 key passes per 90. Auxerre count on D. Namaso's 2.22 shots and 1.33 OT per 90, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. Defensively, Rennes' B. Samba holds a 7.5 rating with clean sheets in 20% of games, while Auxerre’s defense concedes 2.4 goals per game, highlighting a frail backline.

Stats & Betting Angles

Rennes average 5 corners per game while Auxerre have 6, indicating set-piece opportunities. Rennes commit 13.2 fouls and receive 1.8 yellows per game; Auxerre commit 14.6 fouls and 1.6 yellows. BTTS is likely given Rennes' 60% and Auxerre's 80% BTTS rates. Over 2.5 goals is supported by 80% occurrence for both teams this season. Rennes' last season clean sheets (10) slightly surpass Auxerre's (9), but current xG conceded (2.19 vs 1.55) suggests defensive issues.

Verdict

Rennes' stronger form, superior xG for (1.96 vs 1.81), and home advantage position them as favorites in this encounter. Auxerre's defensive fragility and high BTTS suggest Rennes can exploit gaps. Expect a competitive, goal-rich match with Rennes likely to edge a 2-1 victory, aligning with both teams’ over 2.5 goals and BTTS trends.

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Human analyst

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does recent form influence the Rennes vs Auxerre match prediction?

Rennes have a strong recent form of LDWWW in their last 5 games, scoring 1.6 goals per game but conceding 1.8, suggesting some defensive issues. Auxerre’s form is more inconsistent (WWLLL), scoring 1.4 and conceding 2.4 per game, indicating defensive frailty. Rennes’ better form and home advantage increase their chances, but Auxerre’s high BTTS (80%) means goals from both sides are likely.

What do xG statistics suggest about Rennes and Auxerre’s attacking and defensive qualities?

Rennes’ xG is 1.96 for and 2.19 against, indicating they create decent chances but concede more than expected, highlighting defensive weakness. Auxerre’s xG is 1.81 for and 1.55 against, suggesting effective chance creation and better defensive expectation, though they concede 2.4 goals per game, more than their xG conceded. This mismatch hints at defensive lapses for Auxerre, increasing goal opportunities.

Which key attackers are likely to influence the match outcome?

For Rennes, Esteban Lepaul stands out with 4.55 shots and 2.39 on-target shots per 90 minutes and 3 goals scored, making him a prime threat. Valentin Rongier’s 1.24 key passes per 90 and 0.83 shots add creativity. Auxerre’s main attacking threat is D. Namaso, averaging 2.22 shots and 1.33 on-target per 90 with 1 goal and 1 assist, crucial for their offensive output.

How vulnerable are Rennes and Auxerre defensively based on recent data?

Rennes concede 1.8 goals per game with an xG against of 2.19, indicating they allow more chances than usual, which may cause defensive concerns despite 10 clean sheets last season. Auxerre concede 2.4 goals per game, higher than their xG against of 1.55, showing defensive fragility. Both teams have kept clean sheets only 20% of the time this season, suggesting susceptibility to conceding.

Why is BTTS (Both Teams To Score) a strong possibility in this fixture?

BTTS rates are 60% for Rennes and 80% for Auxerre this season, supported by their respective goals conceded per game (1.8 and 2.4) and offensive xG (1.96 and 1.81). Rennes’ defensive xG against is high at 2.19, and Auxerre concedes more than expected. Historical matches like the 2-2 draw and 3-0 win also show both teams scoring regularly.

What supports the expectation of over 2.5 goals in this match?

Both Rennes and Auxerre have 80% of their matches exceeding 2.5 goals this season, supported by high average shots per game (16.2 for Rennes, 12 for Auxerre) and aggressive fouling (13.2 and 14.6 fouls per game), likely leading to set-piece chances (5 and 6 corners per game). Historical results like Rennes’ 3-0 and 4-0 losses also show goal-rich encounters.

How does the head-to-head record influence betting on this fixture?

The recent head-to-head favors Rennes with a 3-0 win in February 2026 and a 2-2 draw in October 2025, showing both teams score regularly. Auxerre’s occasional 1-0 and 4-0 results indicate unpredictability. Rennes’ ability to score multiple goals and Auxerre’s defensive frailty suggest value in backing Rennes to win with BTTS and over 2.5 goals, consistent with historical patterns.

Is there betting value in the predicted Rennes 2-1 win with BTTS and Over 2.5 goals?

Yes. Rennes’ form, xG (1.96), and home advantage combined with Auxerre’s defensive issues and 80% BTTS rate justify a 2-1 scoreline prediction. Both teams have 80% matches over 2.5 goals this season. Bookmakers often undervalue the BTTS + Over 2.5 combo in such balanced fixtures, offering good value on Rennes to edge a competitive, goal-filled game.