Lille – Rennes, French Ligue 1 Prediction

Lille has changed almost nothing in their squad this winter, which means that Galtier is pleased with it. Lille interrupted a series of 3 consecutive losses with success over Strasbourg and after a comeback in the last 30 minutes of the match. This could be a turning point in the season for Les Dogues. If they beat Rennes today, the difference between the two teams becomes 6 points, and 6 points in Ligue 1 are not so much.

Rennes keep a stable distance, but from then on they should also show cool nerves, not just a good game. Rennes also did not change anything in the squad in the winter, which is logical. In some games, they have had problems with their injuries lately and they have lost points as the goals they conceded were lacking in concentration, which means that the tension is seriously affecting them.

 Expert view : We think that Lille will be pushing a lot for winning the game and Les Dogues will be much more aggressive, especially at the beginning. That is why we expect the first goal to come from them. In 9 of Lille’s 11 home games this season, the first goal came from them. When the Dogs know that they have such a solid team, we expect them to play to the limit, and they have shown great qualities in front of their fans this season. Prediction – First team to score – Lille at 1.65.