Monaco host Rennes today, in one of the two remianing matches of round 31.

Monaco right now are on 15th place, only 3 points above the relegation line. After a rather good start in the Ligue, they seem to have slowed down right now, and it's the worst time possible as the fight is hard for escaping relegation. Monaco have won only 2 points in their last 5 games, including a shameful 4-1 defeat at Caen in the last match. The absence of Menez has proven to be a big problems as they could not find a proper replacement for him. Here is Monaco's group for this clash:

Roma, Ruffier

Adriano, Cufré, Mongongu, Bolivar, Sambou, Monsoreau, Berthod

Bernardi, Perez, Pokrivac, Martin, Meriem, Almiron, Gonzalez, Nenê

Bakar, Gakpé, Piquionne

Rennes are having a better period right now, grabbing 11 points from their last 5 games. They are playing very good at home, while away they are not losing their games. They are now 8 points behind the last spot leading to Europe, and with a win today, some hope may be restored to the club. Here is Rennes' group for today:

Pouplin, Luzi

Hansson, Danzé, Traoré, Mensah, Dembele, Mbia

Leroy, Lemoine, Marveaux, Katongo, Cheyrou

Wiltord, Briand, Esteban, Thomert, Pagis

For Monaco, the biggest leverage can be Piquionne, but their defense is where the real problem is. For Rennes, wingers Leroy and Thomert are in good shape, while excellent Briand is in the midfield. With Pagis or Wiltord to put the ball in the net, i see Rennes as slight favorites today.

The first match in Rennes ended 0-1, but back then Rennes were free-falling while Monaco where doing quite good. Now the roles are reversed. 23rd of January was Monaco's last win, while Rennes haven't been defeated since February 16th. Considering their current forms, i believe Rennes will not lost today, and even though the draw is the most likely result, i can see the visitors winning also. Expected scores 0-1 or 1-1. Good luck.

Pick : Rennes not to lose
Odds : 1.71
Stake : 9 / 10
Bookmaker : 10bet
Date : 2008-03-31
Match Result : 1-2
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