7 January 2018 at 20:00
Match Summary
Paris Saint Germain defeated Rennes 6:1. The match was played in Coupe de France 2017. Goals were scored by K. Mbappé 9′, Neymar 17′, Á. Di María 24′, Neymar 43′, B. Bourigeaud 66′ (pen.), Á. Di María 74′, K. Mbappé 76′. Rennes had 37% possession while Paris Saint Germain held 63%. Rennes had 8 shots (5 on target) compared to 18 (12 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 — 7 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Rennes had 37% possession against Paris Saint Germain's 63%. Rennes registered 8 shots (5 on target) while Paris Saint Germain managed 18 (12 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 7–17.
Lineups
Rennes lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under S. Lamouchi, while Paris Saint Germain deployed a 4-3-3 under Unai Emery.
Defensive Solidity
Rennes deploy 5 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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Paris Saint Germain's 3 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 30.0 (youngest: P. Kimpembe (30), oldest: P. Kimpembe (30)). 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: S. Lamouchi
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 98 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.80 per match (31 for the home side, 67 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 17 matches (49%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 19 games (54%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–0 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (35)
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