On the occasion of the 16th day of Ligue 1, Saint-Etienne, currently in 5th place, is set to face struggling Rennes this Wednesday. Rennes is experiencing a challenging start to the season, having won only one of its last nine Ligue 1 matches. Currently positioned 13th in the standings, Stade Rennes finds itself in its lowest position of the season, with a recent series of four games without a win, including two draws at home and two away defeats. Philippe Montanier’s team is now only three points ahead of the 17th place in Ligue 1, highlighting the need for a turnaround.
Despite their recent struggles, Rennes has an undefeated record against Saint-Etienne in Ligue 1. However, they face a tough challenge as ASSE is currently in good form.
For the upcoming match against Saint-Etienne, the coach of the Breton club will be without the services of Kana-Biyik. The Cameroonian international, who sustained a thigh injury against Monaco last Saturday, will miss this match. On a positive note, Foued Kadir is making his return to the group. The Algerian international, who suffered from adductor injuries, missed the previous trip to Monaco. Although not at 100% fitness, he has been selected for the evening’s match, providing a potential boost for the team.
