Rennes vs Maccabi Haifa Prediction & Betting Tips (21 September)

Author of a very satisfactory preparation with victories against Nottingham 5-0, West Ham 3-1 and Brest 1-0 and an encouraging defeat at Wolves 1-3, Stade Rennais made a great start to the championship with a victory 5-1 against Metz. But since this demonstration, the team has been losing momentum, as evidenced by the last 4 draws, most of which were completely avoidable. Indeed, Bruno Genesio's men brought back a point from Lens who has been struggling a lot lately 1-1, before being trapped at home by Le Havre 2-2, but also at Brest 1-1.

Against LOSC on Saturday, however, Rennes came from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw at home after being down 2-0.

Aside from the absence of Kalimuendo, injured with the hopes, and the uncertainties concerning Terrier, who took over the group, and Matic, who was affected this weekend, the Rennes should be complete for this first day of Europa League. Hit in a shoulder, the great hope Désiré Doué should be able to play this match. Between the very large transfer window, the young people in the training center, and the well-stocked base squad, Stade Rennais is equipped for the competition. The Bretons will obviously be able to count on their centerpiece, captain Bourigeaud, but also on Gouiri and the new recruits in the middle (Le Fée, Blas and Rieder). The solid defense will be led by the young Theate, and Mandanda will logically keep the cages. Still scoring this weekend, Salah could have his chance.

The right back Assignon, scorer and passer, was also very good. For its part, Maccabi Haifa presents itself with a team mainly made up of locals, but also a few players who are familiar to us. Starting with former Guingamp striker Frantzdy Pierrot, who is doubtful for this meeting. Other important elements of the team: the indestructible Lior Rafaelov (37 years old) after his long career in Belgium, the talented attackers Dia Saba (7 goals in 16 games) and Din David (24 goals in two seasons), and the captain Chery (passed through QPR and the Eredivise).