Nice vs Rennes

Wahi Elye has averaged 0.67 goals and 0.33 assists per game in his last 3 games, both above his season rates. Rennes have conceded 1.8 goals per game over their last 5 games, level with their season rate. By contrast, Dia has scored 1 goal per game in his last 3 games, above his season rate of 0.5. Rennes’ attack has the sharper recent scoring form, led by Dia.

Nice are unbeaten in their last 5 home games, with 3 wins and 2 draws, and have won their latest 2 in a row. They have scored 1.8 goals per game at home, higher than their 1.0 this season. Six of their 9 goals came in the second half, while they conceded 2 in each half. The home winning run and stronger scoring point to Nice carrying their main threat into the second half.

Rennes have 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last 5 away games. They have scored 1.4 goals per game on the road, below their 2.25 this season, while conceding 2.2 compared with 1.75. Five of their 7 goals came in the first half, and they conceded 6 of 11 there. Their away scoring has dipped as their goals conceded have risen, so Rennes need to make their first-half chances count.

Rennes lead the last 5 meetings with 3 wins and 2 losses. Nice scored 1.0 goal per game in those meetings, compared with Rennes’ 2.2. Both the series record and scoring favour Rennes. The meetings support Rennes’ case in this match.