Juventus Turin vs Stade Rennes 22 October 2026 Prediction

Juventus lead the Europa League league phase standings and will look to stay on top when they face Rennes on Matchday 3. They have won just three of their last nine matches against Ligue 1 opponents, however.

European Results Contrast with Serie A Form

Luciano Spalletti’s side have won only one of their last five Serie A matches. Juventus usually get the ball into the final third and create chances, but finishing has been a problem. They have also become more vulnerable to counterattacks. In their most recent match, they conceded three unanswered goals against Lazio.

Reports suggest Spalletti’s job is not currently under threat. Juventus have fared better in the Europa League, taking six points from wins over NEC (5-0) and Celta Vigo (2-1). Those results have come despite squad rotation and several injuries. Khéphren Thuram, Kenan Yildiz and Manuel Locatelli remain out and are not expected back until winter. Francisco Conceição also injured his shoulder against Lazio.

Rennes’ Home and Away Form

After seven Ligue 1 rounds, Rennes sit in the top six. They took four points from home matches against PSG (2-2) and Marseille (1-0), but their away form has been weaker. Rennes have lost their last two Ligue 1 road games, conceding four goals in each. Lyon beat them 4-0 and Paris FC won 4-3, with both sides pressing effectively and finding space through the middle.

Rennes are unbeaten in the Europa League, though their opening opponents have been less demanding than Juventus. They drew 0-0 with Sturm Graz and beat OFI 2-1, but had difficulties in both matches. Unlike Juventus, Rennes have not had to manage a long injury list. They may still be without top scorer Esteban Lepaul, who hurt his ankle in their most recent Ligue 1 match.

Juventus vs Rennes Predicted Lineup

Juventus (4-2-3-1): Vicario; Kalulu, Gatti, Kelly, Cambiaso; Koopmeiners, Sarr; González, McKennie, Alajbegović; Woltemade

Out: Locatelli, Yildiz, Ekhator, Thuram, Grabara, Conceição (injured); Zhegrova (not in squad)

Manager: Luciano Spalletti

Rennes (4-3-3): Samba; Frankowski, Cresswell, Aït Boudlal, Nagida; Camara, Rongier, Szymański; Blas, Dia, Al-Tamari

Doubtful: Lepaul

Manager: Franck Haise

Juventus vs Rennes Prediction: Juventus Handicap -1.5

Main pick: Juventus will want a response after their loss to Lazio. Rennes have been stronger at home than away, where they have struggled against teams that press them. Juventus have recorded a higher expected goals (xG) total than their opponents in all nine competitive matches this season. They have also won each of their last four European home matches by at least two goals in regulation. The pick is Juventus -1.5 at 2.47.

Goals pick: Juventus have conceded in each of their last three matches across all competitions. Both teams have scored in each of Rennes’ three matches since the international break. Both teams to score: Yes at 1.80.