Preview: Rennes - Olympiacos for Europa League Matchday 4
Undefeated in the League Phase, Olympiacos faces a test at Roazhon Park against Rennes, seeking to extend their perfect winning streak.
As part of Matchday 4 of the Europa League 2026/2027 League Phase, Olympiacos will be hosted at Roazhon Park by Rennes on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The Piraeus team comes from an excellent run in Europe, having collected 9 points in 3 matches, while the French team is in 13th place in the standings with 5 points.
Form and recent results
Olympiacos is in a period of excellent form. In the Europa League, they defeated Sparta Prague 1-0 at home, while in domestic competitions they recorded successive victories against Panetolikos (0-2 away), Kalamata (5-0 home), Marko 1927 FC (0-2 away) and Kifisia (2-3 away). With 4 goals scored and only 1 conceded in the League Phase, the "red and whites'" defense appears particularly solid.
On the other hand, Rennes shows ups and downs in their performance. In their previous European commitment, they drew 2-2 away with Juventus, after a 2-1 victory over OFI. However, in their domestic obligations in Ligue 1, they suffered a 5-2 defeat to Nice and a 4-3 defeat to Paris FC, in between beating Strasbourg 3-0 at Roazhon Park.
Standings overview
In the League Phase standings, Olympiacos occupies 5th place with 9 points (3 wins in 3 games, 4 goals scored, 1 conceded), tied at the top with Benfica, Leverkusen, Bournemouth, and Ferencváros. Rennes is 13th with 5 points (1 win, 2 draws, 4 goals scored, 3 conceded).
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Prediction and estimates
Based on analyses and simulations, the match is expected to be close. Rennes' chances of winning are estimated at 40.8%, a draw at 26.2%, and Olympiacos' at 33%, with the most likely score estimated at 1-1. The offensive activity of both teams and their European presence promise a strong encounter at Roazhon Park.