Hello football fans, and welcome to Extratips’ sizzling preview of the upcoming Ligue 1 clash between Rennes and Lyon on September 14th at 15:00 in France. Rennes, sitting at 9 points, have only played three games but show promise at home, winning their only fixture and netting a single goal without conceding. Lyon, matching Rennes with 9 points, are on a hot streak, unbeaten in recent matches, and confident after beating Metz 3-0 away. The betting odds are tight: bet365 favors a Home win at 2.60, with Away at 2.50 and a Draw at 3.60. All signs point to a close contest, with both teams eager to cement their top positions. Historically, Lyon dominated the last face-off with a 4-1 win back in April, but Rennes typically punch above their weight at home. Rennes’s strengths? Solid defensively and quick on the counter. They struggle to keep possession though. Lyon? They’re potent upfront, but sometimes vulnerable defensively. Key factors include Lyon’s disciplined midfield and Rennes’s grit at the back. A potential storyline: Can Rennes upset the odds at home? Or will Lyon’s firepower prevail? Expect a match full of intensity, with chances for both sides. Here are my predictions: a tight home win, both teams to score, and over 2.5 goals. Let’s get into the specifics!