The Stade Jean-Bouin in Paris is set to host an intriguing capital city clash as Paris FC takes on Stade Rennais in a highly anticipated Ligue 1 Matchday 12 fixture. This match pits two closely ranked teams against each other in the mid-table, with only a single point separating them in the current standings. Newly-promoted Paris FC will be buoyed by a significant recent victory and their strong home record, while Stade Rennais, though suffering from a draw-heavy recent run, will seek to translate their impressive attacking output into a much-needed away win. The contest is a crucial one for both clubs as they look to secure points before the international break and push towards the European qualification places.
Match Details
This midweek Ligue 1 match is a vital fixture for mid-table positioning in the French top flight.
DetailInformationCompetitionLigue 1 – Matchday 12DateFriday, November 7, 2025Kick-off7:45 PM GMT (8:45 PM CET)VenueStade Jean-Bouin, Paris, France
Team Form and Analysis for Paris FC
Domestic Form and Season Performance
Paris FC, back in the top flight after a 46-year absence, has shown flashes of quality mixed with defensive lapses. Currently sitting in 11th place with 14 points, their season has been one of adaptation. They enter this fixture following a highly impressive 1-0 away victory against AS Monaco, which ended a difficult three-match run without a win (D1, L2). This result provided their second clean sheet of the season, a key area for improvement as they have conceded 20 goals, one of the highest totals in the league.
Their strength lies at Stade Jean-Bouin, where the team has built a fortress-like atmosphere, losing only three home games in the entire calendar year (W11, D1). Manager Stéphane Gilli will rely on this home form to neutralize Stade Rennais’ attacking quality. The team has shown a tendency to score later in matches, with six of their 11 home goals arriving beyond the hour mark.
Key Player: Moses Simon
Winger Moses Simon is a critical component of the Paris FC attack. The Nigerian international has been on target three times this season, with all his goals arriving in a similar 20-minute window (50th to 70th minutes). Simon’s pace and directness on the flanks, coupled with his proven ability to score at key moments, make him the most dangerous player to exploit Stade Rennais’ often-exposed full-back areas.
Team Form and Analysis for Stade Rennais
Domestic Form and Season Performance
Stade Rennais, managed by Habib Bèye, have been frustratingly inconsistent this season, a situation reflected in their 10th place standing with 15 points. Their recent record shows only one loss in their last nine games (W2, D6), but a major issue has been the large number of draws, which has held them back from climbing into the European spots.
Their recent form includes a dominant 4-1 thrashing of RC Strasbourg, showcasing their attacking potential. However, their away form is a significant concern; Stade Rennais has failed to win a Ligue 1 away match since April (D4, L4), and notably, they have drawn the last four despite scoring the opening goal in each of those games. Defensively, they struggle on the road, having conceded nine of their 11 Ligue 1 away goals this campaign after half-time. A curious statistic highlights their unpredictable nature: all three of their wins this term have come against teams currently in the top seven, while they are winless against sides below them.
Key Player: Esteban Lepaul
Striker Esteban Lepaul is the driving force behind the Stade Rennais attack and is enjoying a spectacular run of form. He recently scored a hat-trick against Strasbourg, taking his goal involvement tally to ten (seven goals, three assists) in his nine appearances this season. Lepaul’s clinical finishing, combined with his high work rate, makes him a constant threat and a player the Paris FC defence must tightly mark for the entire match.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
Competitive meetings between these two clubs are historically sparse, with the last top-flight match occurring over four decades ago.
MetricParis FC WinsDrawsStade Rennais WinsTotal Competitive Meetings (Last 8)404Paris FC Home Streak vs Stade RennaisW3D0L0Recent H2H TrendBalancedBalanced
The historical head-to-head record over the last eight encounters shows a perfectly balanced rivalry with four wins apiece. Notably, Paris FC has a strong psychological advantage when playing at home against Stade Rennais, having won their last three trips to the capital without conceding a goal in those specific fixtures. However, recent, though unconfirmed, reports suggest Stade Rennais has held an edge in the most recent encounters.
Players to Watch
Paris FC
Ilan Kebbal (Midfielder): The creative midfielder is the team’s joint-leading goalscorer this season and provides the necessary flair and passing accuracy in the final third. His link-up play with Simon and the central striker will be key.
Alimami Gory (Forward): Gory’s energy and direct running style make him a handful for opposing defences. He is another player capable of scoring goals and providing secondary support to the main attackers.
Stade Rennais
Ludovic Blas (Midfielder): The attacking midfielder is a crucial playmaker who can unlock defences with his vision and set-piece ability. He has chipped in with two goals and an assist and will be central to converting chances against the home side.
Jérémy Jacquet (Defender): The centre-back provides aerial dominance and is a solid presence in the Rennais defence. His composure and organization will be tested by the high-scoring home side.
Prediction
This match is poised as a genuine toss-up between Paris FC’s incredible home form and Stade Rennais’ superior overall quality and formidable attack. The key battle will be whether the Parisian defence can withstand the combined threat of Lepaul and Blas, especially in the second half where they have shown defensive fragility. Conversely, the Rennais away curse—failing to win a league game since April—is a heavy psychological factor. Given the attacking nature of both teams and Rennais’ propensity for high-scoring draws, the visitors are expected to score, but Paris FC’s home field advantage and recent morale-boosting win should be enough to share the points in a lively encounter.
Score Prediction: Paris FC 2-2 Stade Rennais
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
This Ligue 1 fixture is scheduled for broadcast across various platforms.
In the United Kingdom (UK), the match will be available to watch via TNT Sports and their associated streaming services.
In the United States (US), the match is available to stream on beIN SPORTS and Fanatiz.
Check local TV and streaming listings in other regions for the most accurate broadcast information.
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