1 February 2017 at 20:00
Match Summary
Paris Saint Germain defeated Rennes 4:0. The match was played in Coupe de France 2016. Goals were scored by J. Draxler 27′, Lucas Moura 38′, J. Draxler 68′, H. Ben Arfa 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Rennes had 39% possession while Paris Saint Germain held 61%. Rennes had 8 shots (2 on target) compared to 12 (5 on target) for Paris Saint Germain. Rennes made 3 substitutions, Paris Saint Germain made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Rennes and Paris Saint Germain — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Rennes had 39% possession against Paris Saint Germain's 61%. Rennes registered 8 shots (2 on target) while Paris Saint Germain managed 12 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 5–1. Fouls committed: 17–13.
Lineups
Rennes lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under C. Gourcuff, while Paris Saint Germain deployed a 4-3-3 under Unai Emery.
Defensive Solidity
Rennes deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Paris Saint Germain's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Rennes field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Paris Saint Germain's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Rennes start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Paris Saint Germain averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Rennes's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Paris Saint Germain average 30.5 (youngest: P. Kimpembe (30), oldest: Marquinhos (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Coach: C. Gourcuff
Substitutes
Coach: Unai Emery
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Rennes have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Paris Saint Germain show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Rennes vs Paris Saint Germain Head to Head Results
Rennes and Paris Saint Germain have met 35 times — Rennes won 9, Paris Saint Germain won 21, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Paris Saint Germain leads the head-to-head with 21 victories from 35 meetings. A combined 101 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.89 per match (32 for the home side, 69 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 18 matches (51%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 19 games (54%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–6 in 2018.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (35)
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