"Starting with the hosts, suffering a late collapse away at Toulouse earlier in the week as they eventually had to settle for yet another dramatic 2-2 stalemate, Rennes have continued to show a string of issues since opening up the new campaign. Along with failing to record a single Ligue 1 victory since the middle of September, Habib Beye's side have also collected just a single point from any of their previous five top-flight appearances."
"Shockingly dropping both Sesko Fofana and former Nantes striker Ludovic Blas for Wednesday's trip to Toulouse, the duo could be handed a full return here. However, not featuring since September 28th, academy graduate Nordan Mukiele is once again expected to miss out. Despite notching just a pair of Ligue 1 strikes since arriving from Monaco over the summer, Swiss international Breed Embolo could lead the line on Sunday afternoon. One-time Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Brice Samba will start between the sticks this weekend."
Rennes have not recorded a Ligue 1 victory since mid-September and have taken just one point from their last five league matches. Defensive frailties have prevented a clean sheet since the opening weekend, increasing pressure on coach Habib Beye and raising relegation concerns. Sesko Fofana and Ludovic Blas could return to the squad, while Nordan Mukiele remains sidelined. Breed Embolo is likely to lead the attack and Brice Samba will start in goal. Strasbourg have momentum under Liam Rosenior, having won 3-0 at home against Auxerre and arriving confident for the trip.
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