Stade Rennais vs. Racing (J11): A Closer Look at the Opponent

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Stade Rennais vs. Racing (J11): A Closer Look at the Opponent

The upcoming match between Stade Rennais and Racing is set for November 2, 2023, at Roazhon Park. This clash marks the 11th round of the Ligue 1 McDonald’s season, kicking off at 15:00 local time. For Stade Rennais, this match represents an opportunity to turn their season around after a disappointing start.

Stade Rennais: Current Performance Overview

Stade Rennais has experienced a challenging period since their impressive six-year run in European competitions from 2017 to 2023. As of the 2023/2024 season, they are currently sitting in 10th place, a drop from 12th in the following season. This downturn comes despite an effort to revitalize the squad, which currently consists of just twenty-two players, the smallest roster in the league.

Match Statistics

Recent Form: Without a victory in six matches.
Match Outcomes: Five draws (against Nantes, Lens, Le Havre, Auxerre, and Toulouse) and one loss (to Nice).
Current Standing: 11th place with 14 goals scored and 16 conceded.
Points Dropped: 10 points lost after leading in matches during the 2025/26 season, the highest alongside Strasbourg.

Key Players to Watch

Esteban Lepaul, who joined the team from Angers this summer, has quickly established himself as a crucial asset. In just eight matches, he has scored four goals and provided two assists, marking him as a key goal-scoring figure following Kalimuendo’s departure.

Brice Samba, the experienced goalkeeper brought in during the 2024 offseason, brings stability to a team with an average age of 25.6 years. However, his performance has been under scrutiny, as the team ranks poorly in defensive statistics, with Rennes being the 13th-best defense and Samba standing as the 15th goalkeeper based on saves per match, averaging 2.4.