Football Result

Malick Fofana 8'
Corentin Tolisso 25'
Alexandre Lacazette 39'
Georges Mikautadze 77'
Mohamed Meïté 50'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
45.3%
26.6%
28.1%
That went as expected.
Power Comparison in the League
0.722
0.561
Game Stats
Goals
4
1
Shots on Target
8
4
Shots
14
10
Possession
53.5%
46.5%
Fouls
12
8
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
7
2
Offsides
7
2
Saves
3
4
Team Formations
4-2-3-1
3-5-2


Location
Groupama Stadium, Lyon, France
2025-04-27 | Game Summary

In a compelling French Ligue 1 match held on April 26, 2025, Lyon triumphed over Stade Rennais with a resounding 4-1 victory at Groupama Stadium. Lyon's dominant performance saw them controlling 53.5% of the possession and unleashing 14 total shots, with 8 finding the target. Stade Rennais, playing in a 3-5-2 formation, struggled to maintain possession (46.5%) and could only muster 4 shots on target out of their 10 attempts.
Lyon's Malick Fofana opened the scoring early in the 8th minute, followed by Corentin Tolisso in the 25th minute and Alexandre Lacazette in the 39th minute, giving Lyon a commanding 3-0 lead before halftime. Stade Rennais responded with a goal from Mohamed Meïté in the 50th minute, but Georges Mikautadze sealed the victory for Lyon in the 77th minute. The final score reflected Lyon's superior attacking prowess.
The AI's pre-game prediction of a Lyon win proved accurate. Before the game, the AI model correctly predicted Lyon win. Lyon's recent form has been mixed, with some wins interspersed with losses in both Ligue 1 and the UEFA Europa League. However, their performance against Stade Rennais suggests a return to form, especially with their next Ligue 1 match against Lens at home.
Stade Rennais, despite their recent victories, struggled against Lyon's strong attack. Their upcoming match against Toulouse will be crucial in determining their ability to bounce back from this defeat. Analyzing the game in relation to previous matches, Lyon has shown inconsistency, while Stade Rennais had been on a relatively good run before this match.
Looking at their next game against Lens, Lyon's home advantage and slightly better team rate (0.732 vs 0.555) could give them an edge, although Lens has shown resilience in recent games. Stade Rennais' next game against Toulouse will test their ability to perform away from home, especially considering Toulouse's struggles. The result highlights Lyon's ability to capitalize on their opportunities, while Stade Rennais needs to address their defensive vulnerabilities. The upcoming matches will be crucial for both teams as they aim to solidify their positions in the league standings.

2025-04-25 | Pre-game insights

The AI's prediction is in for the French Ligue 1 clash on April 26, 2025, between Lyon and Stade Rennais at the Groupama Stadium. According to the model, Lyon are favored to win. Despite Lyon's recent shaky form, including a Europa League setback against Manchester United, the AI gives them a 45.3% chance of victory, compared to Stade Rennais' 28.1%. A draw is considered the least likely outcome, with a 26.6% probability. Lyon's attacking prowess, led by the dynamic duo of Houssem Aouar and young prodigy Rayan Cherki, is expected to be the difference-maker.
However, Stade Rennais, fresh off a convincing win against Nantes, will be no pushovers. Their own rising star, Désiré Doué, will be looking to exploit any defensive vulnerabilities in the Lyon backline. While Lyon's home advantage and slightly higher team rating (0.722 compared to Stade Rennais' 0.561) contribute to the prediction, past head-to-head results show a mixed bag, with Stade Rennais winning the last encounter. Nevertheless, the AI leans towards a Lyon victory, suggesting a potentially thrilling encounter in Ligue 1.

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
Recent Matches before the game
Lyon
L L W D W
Stade Rennais
W W L W L