Rennes and Auxerre face off in Round 6 of the Ligue 1 2026/27 championship in what promises to be an intriguing encounter. The match kicks off on Sunday 11 October at 16:15 (UK time) at Roazhon Park in Rennes.
Both clubs return to league action looking to build on contrasting trajectories prior to the international break. Franck Haise’s hosts aim to brush off a rare heavy defeat against Lyon and protect their unblemished home record, while Will Still’s rejuvenated Auxerre travel to Brittany searching for their first points outside Burgundy. This prediction for Rennes vs. Auxerre points toward an expansive battle with the hosts primed to dictate proceedings.
Continue reading for a detailed analysis of this matchup and our betting tips for Rennes vs. Auxerre.
Rennes x Auxerre Odds
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Match Overview - Rennes vs. Auxerre
- Rennes occupy fifth place with 10 points, enjoying their strongest top-flight start at this stage since 2020/21 despite a recent setback against Lyon.
- Auxerre arrive having won consecutive league games under Will Still, but remain winless on their travels with eight goals conceded across two away trips.
- Across 56 all-time competitive clashes, Auxerre hold 28 victories to Rennes’ 16, though the Bretons claimed a convincing 3-0 victory in their last encounter.
RennesREN
AuxerreAUXRecent Results(Last N Matches)
Season Stats
Head-to-Head Record
- Rennes have lost just once in their last six home league meetings against Auxerre across all competitions.
- The Bretons ran out 3-0 winners in the most recent head-to-head clash in February 2026, highlighted by a Mahdi Camara brace.
- Auxerre have lost 11 of their 19 Ligue 1 away fixtures since the start of last season, the second-worst travel record in the division.
- Rennes have opened the scoring in four of their five league games this campaign, leading Ligue 1 with five goals struck inside the opening 30 minutes.
- Esteban Lepaul leads Rennes with three goals from an expected goals (xG) return of 2.71.
- Cameron Archer has scored in all three of his Ligue 1 appearances for Auxerre this season.
Head-to-Head
RennesRENAuxerreAUX| Competition | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Ligue 1 | AuxerreAUX 0-3  RennesREN | |
| Ligue 1 | RennesREN 2-2AuxerreAUX | |
| Ligue 1 | RennesREN 0-1AuxerreAUX | |
| Ligue 1 | AuxerreAUX 4-0RennesREN | |
| Ligue 1 | AuxerreAUX 0-0RennesREN |
Rennes Look to Capitalise on Strong Home Form
Franck Haise’s men return from the international window eager to re-establish domestic momentum following an uncharacteristic 4-0 defeat away to Lyon.
The Bretons have collected 10 points from five matches (three wins, one draw and one loss), turning Roazhon Park into a dependable venue where they have claimed five victories from their last six league outings. Haise’s tactical set-up has generated abundant chances, ranking third across the division in big chances created (19), though defensive focus remains paramount after managing just one clean sheet in nine matches.
Rennes enter the weekend in robust physical condition with virtually no injury setbacks. Midfielder Djaoui Cissé faces an assessment on a lingering groin strain, but the remainder of the squad is fully fit.
Newly capped France international Esteban Lepaul leads the frontline having struck three times this term, supported by playmakers Adrien Thomasson and Ludovic Blas, while Valentin Rongier and Mahdi Camara anchor the midfield
DateResult | ||
|---|---|---|
RennesREN 4-1AuxerreAUX | WinW | |
LavalLAV 1-0 RennesREN | LossL | |
LyonLYO 4-0 RennesREN | LossL | |
Sturm GrazSTU 0-0 RennesREN | DrawD | |
RennesREN 1-0 Olympique de MarseilleOLY | WinW | |
Auxerre Aim to Overcome Poor Away Form
Will Still’s side make the trip to Brittany seeking to preserve their upward trajectory after pulling clear of the bottom three before the hiatus.
AJA sit 10th in the standings with six points from five matches, rebounding from three consecutive opening losses with hard-fought home victories over Nice (1-0) and Brest (2-1).
While Still has instilled defensive resolve at home, travel form remains an ongoing issue: Auxerre have conceded eight goals across their two away league fixtures, falling 3-1 at Lyon and 5-2 at Lens. Still must restructure his backline due to critical personnel shortages.
Centre-back Christ Makosso serves a suspension following accumulated yellow cards, while Marvin Senaya (hamstring), Bryan Okoh (knee) and Assane Dioussé (knee) are ruled out. Axel Tuanzebe and Clément Akpa shoulder central defensive duties ahead of goalkeeper Mamadou Diop, while English forward Cameron Archer—who has found the net in three consecutive outings—leads the counter-attack alongside Danny Namaso.
DateResult | ||
|---|---|---|
RennesREN 4-1AuxerreAUX | LossL | |
AuxerreAUX 4-3 Clermont FootCLE | WinW | |
AuxerreAUX 2-1 Stade Brestois 29STA | WinW | |
AuxerreAUX 1-0 NiceNIC | WinW | |
LyonLYO 3-1AuxerreAUX | LossL | |
Rennes vs. Auxerre Prediction: Hosts Primed for Victory
Auxerre’s defensive numbers away from home reveal significant vulnerability, having shipped eight goals in two trips outside Burgundy. With Rennes averaging nearly two goals per game on home turf and creating 19 big chances this term, backing "A result for either side and over 2.5 goals" represents an appealing angle.
Haise’s side routinely start on the front foot, leading the division with five goals scored inside the opening half-hour. Facing an Auxerre backline missing Makosso and Senaya, backing Over 0.5 goals in the first half offers reliable value.
Given Rennes’ exceptional home consistency and Auxerre’s history of 11 defeats from their last 19 top-flight away matches, the hosts hold the decisive advantage to secure maximum points. Back Rennes on the Moneyline.
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| Best Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Double Chance & Over/Under | A result for either side and over 2.5 goals | |
| Over/Under | Over 0.5 goals in the first half | |
Where to Watch Rennes vs. Auxerre
For those wondering where to watch Rennes vs. Auxerre, here are the broadcast and streaming details for this fixture:
- TV: no broadcast scheduled
- Streaming: Ligue 1+
Rennes vs. Auxerre Predicted Lineups
Both managers face defined tactical assignments as domestic football resumes. Franck Haise will set up an attacking 4-1-4-1 system designed to control territory through Rongier and Camara while releasing Lepaul and Blas into dangerous half-spaces. Will Still will counter with a flexible 3-4-2-1 structure, tasking Tuanzebe with repelling aerial danger while looking to spring Cameron Archer on rapid transitions behind the breton backline.
Rennes
Brice Samba; P. Frankowski, C. Cresswell, Abdelhamid Aït Boudlal, Q. Merlin; V. Rongier; L. Blas, Mahdi Camara, A. Thomasson, Musa Al-Taamari; Esteban Lepaul.
RennesAuxerre
Mamadou Diop; Sinaly Diomandé, Axel Tuanzebe, Clément Akpa; Lamine Sy, Arthur Piedfort, Kévin Danois, Fredrik Oppegård; Danny Namaso, Rémy Labeau Lascary; Cameron Archer.
Auxerre
Match Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: Rennes vs. Auxerre
- Competition: Ligue 1 2026/27
- Date: 11/10/2026
- Kick-off: 16:15 (UK Time)
- Venue: Roazhon Park, Rennes, France
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