Match Summary
Rennes and Metz drew 0:0. The match was played in Ligue 1 2025. 4 yellow cards were shown. Rennes had 68% possession while Metz held 32%. Rennes had 25 shots (8 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Metz. Expected goals: Rennes 1.52 — Metz 0.33. Rennes made 5 substitutions, Metz made 2. VAR was involved: Goal Disallowed - offside (A. Rouault 89′).
Match Events
Key match events between Rennes and Metz — 0 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Rennes had 68% possession against Metz's 32%. Rennes registered 25 shots (8 on target) while Metz managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 8–2. Fouls committed: 13–13.
Lineups
Rennes lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Franck Haise, while Metz deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Benoit Tavenot.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Rennes is 6.93, compared to 6.67 for Metz. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Rennes's highest-rated starter is Valentin Rongier (7.24), while Metz's best-rated player is Koffi Kouao (6.94).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Rennes have contributed 23 goals and 15 assists this season, led by Esteban Lepaul (13G). Metz's starters account for 5 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by Koffi Kouao (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Rennes deploy 4 defenders rated 6.96 on average, against Metz's 4-man backline averaging 6.74. 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 6.96, versus Metz's 5 rated 6.63. 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 6.85, compared to 1 for Metz 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 84% for Rennes and 85% for Metz. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Rennes's starters have collected 17 yellow cards this season, compared to 19 for Metz. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Rennes's starting XI is 26.3 (youngest: Quentin Merlin (23), oldest: Valentin Rongier (31)), while Metz average 26.4 (youngest: Alpha Touré (19), oldest: Maxime Colin (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Rennes's starters average 24 league appearances each, versus 24 for Metz. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Rennes have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Metz show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Rennes and Metz have met 1 times — Rennes won 1, Metz won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Rennes leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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API data: 22 Mar 2026