Auxerre are heading into this match in poor form, having lost three of their last five games and won just once. They have been conceding goals regularly and have only managed one clean sheet in that run. Rennes are in even worse shape, having lost four of their last five matches, including three defeats in a row on the road. Both teams are struggling, so confidence is low on both sides.

In their recent head-to-head meetings, goals have been common, with four of the last six clashes seeing four or more goals. Auxerre have won two of the last six meetings, Rennes have won one, and there have been three draws, including the most recent encounter. Given the shaky form of both teams and the history of high-scoring games, this match looks wide open, with goals expected and the possibility of a draw. Rennes have looked slightly stronger in general play this season, so they might just edge it.