A high-voltage shock awaits Roazhon Park this Saturday evening. Rennes (8th, 18 pts) welcomes Monaco (6th, 20 pts) for a direct confrontation in the race for Europe, between two teams separated by only two units. The meeting takes on a particular dimension with the highly anticipated return of Paul Pogba, summoned for the first time with ASM since his arrival. The former Juve midfielder, suspended for more than two years, could come into play, symbolizing a key stage in his rebirth.
Rennes with confidence, Monaco under pressure
The Rennais approach this match with a renewed form, with two victories in a row, their best series since the start of 2024. At home, they have only fallen once this season. Opposite, the Monegasques remain on two consecutive losses, including a heavy 1-4 against Lens. Although they have not lost away from home in three matches, they have systematically conceded at least one away goal in nine Ligue 1 matches. A worrying imbalance, as the pressure mounts on Pocognoli.
Beyond the dynamics, several personal trajectories spice up the meeting. Paul Pogba, replacing at kick-off, could experience a symbolic evening in front of an often hostile Breton public. Opposite, Breel Embolo returns to his former club with Rennes. Historically, Monaco remains the bane of Rennes with 54 victories in 97 confrontations, including four consecutive successes in this duel.
Pogba, symbol of a see-saw match
In a tense climate around refereeing in Ligue 1, this match crystallizes several frustrations. On the ASM side, the recent exclusion of Balogun and the contested decisions fuel distrust. Rennes, for its part, hopes to bring down its glass ceiling against the Monegasques. All in a Roazhon Park who could play his role as 12th man.
This Monaco – Rennes promises to be a turning point. For Rennes, a victory would mean a real leap in the hierarchy. For Monaco, the time has come for a start. But all eyes will be on one man: Paul Pogba. On his own, he embodies the uncertainty, the waiting, and perhaps the emotional explosion of a long-awaited return.
Practical information Rennes – Monaco |
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| Match | Rennes vs Monaco |
| Competition | Ligue 1 – 13th day |
| Date | Saturday November 22 |
| Hour | 7:00 p.m. |
| Stadium | Roazhon Park (Rennes) |
The starting lineups for Rennes – Monaco
Rennes: B. Samba, Jacquet, Aït-Boudlal, Brassier, Frankowski, Camara, Rongier, Cissé, Al-Tamari, Lepaul, Meïté
Monaco: Hrádecký, Salisu, Kehrer, Henrique, Diatta, Golovin, Zakaria, Ouattara, Akliouche, Minamino, Ansu Fati (or Biereth)
On which channel to watch the match |
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| France | Ligue 1+ (DAZN / Amazon Prime Video / RMC Sport) |
| MENA | BeIN Sports MENA 4 / BeIN Connect / TOD |
| Germany | DAZN (streaming) |
| Poland | Eleven Sports 4 |
| Portugal | Sports TV 3 |
| Russia | Okko Futbol |
| Balkans | Arena Sports 2 |
